Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

U.S. Servicemen Accused of Assaults in Okinawa

7/7/2025

41 4

Summary

Story summary

Two U.S. servicemen face serious allegations in Okinawa, Japan, after reportedly assaulting locals. Airman Tomas Salazar, 25, stands accused of attacking his girlfriend, while Private Gabriel Monize, 21, allegedly harmed a 40-year-old man in a parked car. Both men deny the accusations, with Monize notably refusing an alcohol test, raising further questions about the incidents.

1 of 1

Story summary

Two U.S. servicemen face serious allegations in Okinawa, Japan, after reportedly assaulting locals. Airman Tomas Salazar, 25, stands accused of attacking his girlfriend, while Private Gabriel Monize, 21, allegedly harmed a 40-year-old man in a parked car. Both men deny the accusations, with Monize notably refusing an alcohol test, raising further questions about the incidents.