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Army Major Accused of Serial Sexual Assault
US Army Major Jonathan Batt faces multiple charges of sexual assault involving at least 20 victims.
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Us ArmyJoint Artificial Intelligence CenterAlexandria Police DepartmentArmy's Criminal Investigation DivisionOffice Of Special Trial Counsel
Jonathan J. BattMichelle MccaskillPhil Cave
- What is Major Batt's military background?
- Batt served as an infantry officer, deploying to Afghanistan four times and earning two Bronze Star medals. Despite the serious charges, he was released from pretrial confinement after a hearing.
- Where did most of the alleged assaults take place?
- The alleged assaults primarily occurred in the Washington D.C. area. An Alexandria Police Department report triggered the Army's Criminal Investigation Division investigation, which uncovered additional allegations.
- What are the charges against Major Jonathan J. Batt?
- US Army Major Jonathan J. Batt is accused of sexually assaulting at least 20 victims between December 2019 and February 2023. The charges include rape, sexual assault, and aggravated assault.
- What is the status of Major Batt's legal representation?
- Batt's lawyer, Phil Cave, stated they intend to represent him vigorously. Batt was initially placed in pretrial confinement but later released by a military judge.
- How many specifications of sexual abuse are included in the charges?
- The Office of Special Trial Counsel brought charges against Batt, including 14 specifications of rape and 20 of sexual assault, totaling 76 specifications of sexual abuse. The charges also include various counts of aggravated assault and obstruction of justice.