A U.S. Army Green Beret has pleaded not guilty to charges that he placed bets on his own military mission, according to court records. The soldier, whose name has not been publicly released, was arraigned on April 28, 2026, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
The charges stem from an investigation by the Army Criminal Investigation Division, which found evidence that the soldier used a mobile app to place wagers on the outcome of a classified operation in which he was a participant. The specific mission details remain classified.
Legal experts say this is an unusual case, as military regulations strictly prohibit service members from gambling on official duties. If convicted, the soldier could face court-martial, dishonorable discharge, and up to 10 years in military prison.
The soldier's defense attorney argued that the betting was a misunderstanding and that the soldier did not intend to compromise operational security. The next hearing is scheduled for June 2026.
