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The statement was disclosed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the US military in the media. The unnamed female soldier was attacked by a “small group” of Afghan refugees at the Dona Ana Fort Bliss Complex in New Mexico last week.
“We take the allegations seriously and appropriately referred the matter to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The safety and well-being of our service members, as well as those on our installations, is paramount,” a spokesman for the 1st Armored Division and Public Affairs Fort Bliss military base said in an emailed statement to Fox and The Hill Friday. 9/2021).
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Both outlets also confirmed the FBI’s involvement, with FBI Public Affairs Acting Special Agent Jeanette Harper telling Fox that the FBI was investigating the allegations.
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The Hill added that the FBI office in El Paso, Texas will take part in the investigation.
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The military base noted the incident took place on September 19. No other details were given as to what might have happened or the exact nature of the attack.
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