Soldier Charged for Disobeying Orders | New Zealand News
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Soldier Charged for Disobeying Orders | New Zealand News
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A New Zealand soldier faces military charges for disobeying orders to stay away from a female colleague and the city of Palmerston North, after she feared for her life and reported he was armed with knives and petrol bombs. A five-hour police manhunt ended with his surrender and transfer to the Army, where he’s in their care—not official custody. His identity, along with the female soldier’s, is suppressed by his commanding officer due to fears of extreme danger if revealed. The case, now in military court, raises serious questions about the fairness and independence of the military justice system, especially after past reviews flagged its shortcomings for serious cases. The commanding officer himself admitted true independence isn’t possible within the system, while the female soldier continues to live under threat and severe psychological distress.
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