Iraqi Security Forces prevented an attempted hijacking by terrorists who targeted two buses filled with passengers in Nineveh province Sept. 22.
After receiving initial reports, Mosul Iraqi police informed 2nd Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division of the attempted hijacking and a company of Soldiers immediately responded and engaged the terrorists, killing one and injuring another. The remaining individuals fled while IA recovered the buses without injuring any of the passengers.
“The swift coordination and response by Iraqi Security Forces prevented the kidnapping of these passengers,” said Col. Stephen Twitty, commander, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. “Their actions ensured the safety and security of these innocent civilians.”
The two buses were enroute to Syria from Kirkuk. The passengers and buses were taken to a nearby combat outpost.
