Sergeant Goes AWOL, Possibly With Firearms In South Of Kazakhstan - Defense Ministry

Sergeant Goes AWOL, Possibly With Firearms in South of Kazakhstan - Defense Ministry

A sergeant went on absence without leave from a military facility in southern Kazakhstan, some firearms were reported missing from the facility, the country's Defense Ministry said Thursday

ALMATY (Pakistan Point News / Sputnik - 20th February, 2020) A sergeant went on absence without leave from a military facility in southern Kazakhstan, some firearms were reported missing from the facility, the country's Defense Ministry said Thursday.

According to the ministry's press service, Sgt. Balgynbai A., serving under contract, left an air defense military facility near the city of Shymkent while on duty.

"At the same time, several firearms were reported missing from the weapon storage," the press service said.

The military and police are working to find the sergeant and ensure security in the area.