2020/03/25
Air Force Command Headquarters Press Release Response to Media Coverage about More than 100 Air Force Service Members Charged for Dishonest Application for Meal Allowance Reimbursement
In response to the media coverage about more than 100 Air Force service members charged for dishonest application for meal allowance reimbursement, the Air Force Command Headquarters said today on the 25th that the report “partially does not coincide with the fact.” The incident has brought to immediate attention of the Air Force, which tasked a special investigation team. It was found that 121 applications were filed by 29 service members requesting reimbursement for their meal expenses at the amount of NT$18,150. The overpayment has been restituted in its entirety.
The Air Force Command Headquarters said the number of service members involved in the case is not as indicated by the media and that the legal proceedings are currently underway. The Headquarters emphasized the spirit of justice and that no mercy and tolerance will be spared for any illegality.