[Ma'an] Egyptian security forces tossed in the calabooseKeep yer hands where we can see 'em, if yez please!
two suspected snuffies on Sunday morning in the northern Sinai, Ma'an's correspondent said.
Security forces raided an area south of the Sinai city of el-Arish and held eleven people for investigation, releasing all but two who they described as Jihadist members.
Egypt's military said on Wednesday it would broaden its offensive against snuffies in the Sinai Peninsula.
After snuffies attacked and killed 16 border guards on Aug. 5, Egypt launched an operation using the army and police to raid thug hideouts, arrest suspects and seize weapons, including rockets and other arms, that are rife in the area.
The unrest has occurred mainly in North Sinai, where many people have guns and where Bedouin tribes have long complained of neglect by central government. They say they have seen no benefits from the expanding Sinai tourist resorts