16 Marines arrested on charges ranging from human smuggling to drugs, officials say
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More than a dozen U.S. Marines were arrested early Thursday on a variety of charges ranging from human smuggling to drug-related offenses, according to officials.
The U.S. Marine Corps said in a news release that 16 Marines were arrested during a Battalion formation at Camp Pendleton in California.
“1st Marine Division is committed to justice and the rule of law, and we will continue to fully cooperate with Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) on this matter,” officials said in a statement. “Any Marines found to be in connection with these alleged activities will be questioned and handled accordingly with respect to due process.”
Earlier this month, two Camp Pendleton-based Marines were arrested and accused of transporting illegal immigrants for money, according to a federal complaint obtained by FOX5.
The Senate has confirmed Gen. Mark Milley as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
The vote was 89-1.
Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) was the lone NO vote.