Pentagon concerned about alcohol consumption reports on US military bases

The head of the US defense department, Lloyd Austin, is aware of the investigation into possible alcohol consumption at US military bases, and the Department of Defense is monitoring its progress, Deputy Press Secretary of the Pentagon Sabrina Singh said, Report informs referring to RIA Novosti.

She noted that the Pentagon chief is aware of the investigation.

Earlier, the head of the Northern Command of the US Armed Forces, Gen. Glen D. VanHerck, confirmed that an investigation had begun into the use of alcohol at military facilities. Several containers of beer and strong alcohol were found in the offices. He noted that the combat readiness of the personnel was not impaired.