Accused Soldier Proceeds to Court-Martial

By USASOC Public Affairs OfficeMay 16, 2019

FORT BRAGG, N.C. -- On May 15, 2019, the commanding general for U.S. Army Special Operations Command referred Maj. Mathew Golsteyn's case to trial by General Court-Martial.

U.S. Army Special Operations Command adheres to the Uniformed Code of Military Justice and the procedures therein, which safeguards the rights of the accused and serves the interests of justice.

All future trial dates will be determined by the military judge. At this time the date for Maj. Golsteyn's next court appearance has not been set, but a press advisory will follow once all the details are confirmed. U.S. Army Special Operations Command has no additional comments at this time.

For questions please contact the USASOC Public Affairs Director, Lt. Col. Loren Bymer: LTC Loren Bymer, loren.bymer@socom.mil or 910.432.3383.

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