The Norwegian Accident Investigation Board is investigating a serious incident involving a military vehicle that left a soldier with severe burns. The event occurred during a routine exercise, according to a statement from the Norwegian Armed Forces. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The investigation focuses on what went wrong inside the military vehicle during the exercise. The soldier involved remains hospitalized with serious injuries. Military officials confirmed the incident took place at a training facility but provided no additional information on the cause or sequence of events.
A spokesperson for the Norwegian Armed Forces stated that all exercises are conducted under strict safety protocols. The investigation aims to determine why safety measures failed in this case. The board expects to release preliminary findings within weeks, though no timeline has been confirmed.
This is the second serious incident involving military vehicles in Norway this year. Earlier in 2024, another soldier suffered injuries during a separate training exercise. The Armed Forces have since reviewed safety procedures but have not announced broader changes.
Source: tu.no