The Christian Broadcasting Network reported on Thursday that “five Muslim soldiers at Fort Jackson … were arrested just before Christmas. It is unclear whether the men are still in custody. The five were part of the Arabic Translation program at the base.”
Army officials, however, denied the allegations and said none of the men were Muslim.
“In December 2009, five soldiers were investigated for potential verbal threats against fellow soldiers,” the statement said. “While the investigation continues, there is currently no evidence to substantiate the allegations. At no time was there any danger to the fort Jackson community.”
