An army non-commissioned officer will be investigated for encouraging young people who play 'Free Fire' to enlist and perform military service.

An active-duty non-commissioned officer of the Colombian National Army is under investigation for his recruitment tactics on social media. The soldier reportedly used the popular video game 'Free Fire' as a platform to engage with young players, encouraging them to enlist and fulfill their mandatory military service.

The investigation was initiated after regional portals and social media users brought the officer's online activity to public attention. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding the methods employed by military personnel to reach potential recruits through digital gaming communities.