Facing court martial, Army jawan flees

An Army jawan, who was facing a general court martial (GCM) on charges of molestation, allegedly escaped from Army custody this week. His whereabouts are unknown. Sources said the trial was being conducted at the location of a rocket regiment...

Tribune News Service

Chandigarh, Updated At : 10:46 AM Oct 06, 2024 IST

An Army jawan, who was facing a general court martial (GCM) on charges of molestation, allegedly escaped from Army custody this week. His whereabouts are unknown.

Sources said the trial was being conducted at the location of a rocket regiment in Ambala. The jawan was being taken for a medical examination in a jeep when the incident took place. The Army has ordered an inquiry to fix responsibility in the matter and has reportedly initiated preliminary action against the personnel who were escorting him.