"You Don't Even Look Pregnant": Pregnant Female Army Captain Forced to Climb Stairs, Suffers Miscarriage After Workplace Harassment

"Miscarriage Amid Department Head's Abusive Language and Harassment"
Army Launches Inspection

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The military is investigating allegations that a pregnant female Army captain suffered a miscarriage after enduring abusive language and workplace harassment from her superior at an Army unit.

According to military sources and the office of National Assemblyman Sung Il-jong on the 15th, the Army is currently conducting an inspection and investigation into Lieutenant Colonel A, who is part of the Capital Corps. Lieutenant Colonel A is accused of abusive language, profanity, and issuing unfair orders—amounting to workplace harassment—toward subordinates, including Captain B (female), over whom A had performance evaluation authority as department head.

"Assigned to Deliver Documents Up and Down Six Floors After Reporting Early to Work"

Even after Captain B disclosed her pregnancy, the abuse and harassment reportedly continued. When she attempted to use the 'maternity protection time' system—which allows pregnant service members to take two hours a day—Lieutenant Colonel A is said to have created a hostile atmosphere, ultimately preventing her from using the system.

There are also allegations that, despite it not being part of Captain B's work, she was forced to arrive early and deliver documents by repeatedly climbing the stairs of a six-story building. In addition, during her early pregnancy, she was allegedly forced to wear gear during training, with Lieutenant Colonel A stating, "You don't even look pregnant yet. I definitely ordered you to wear the equipment."

Miscarriage at 10 Weeks Pregnant... Army Says "Strict Action to Follow"

Captain B, who was struggling with the abusive language and harassment, reportedly experienced recurrent bleeding and miscarried at 10 weeks of pregnancy. Upon learning of the incident, the Army immediately separated Lieutenant Colonel A from her post and is currently taking protective measures for Captain B as the victim.

The Army stated, "We are thoroughly verifying the objective facts regarding the allegations raised, and will take strict action in accordance with laws and regulations based on the results of the investigation." The Army also added, "We take workplace harassment, abusive language, assault, and all acts infringing on human rights extremely seriously, and are implementing necessary measures in accordance with relevant laws and regulations."

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