2023/06/07
The 8th Field Army issues a press release explaining that "the 117th Infantry Brigade accidentally dropped empty cartridge cases"
Press release of the 8th Field Army
Time: June 7, 2023 at 12:00
The 8th Field Army stated that a 1.75-ton small truck of the 117th Infantry Brigade under its command accidentally dropped a box of 5.56 mm empty cartridge cases while passing the intersection of Jiuru 1st Road and Qingming Road, Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City, during its mission to surrender empty cartridge cases yesterday (6th). The box of empty cartridge cases for the 5.56 mm rifle were first picked up members of the general public who notified the police. The unit then immediately dispatched cadres to check the quantity, and the box was taken back into the warehouse for safekeeping.
The 8th Field emphasized that it has now assigned a competent business authority to conduct an investigation into the incident, and will review violations and responsibilities based on the facts. Command will also use this case as an example to strengthen military supplies management and transportation discipline.
Spokesman of the 8th Field Army
Major General Wang Jun-jie 0965-295265