>>It’s hard to say what exactly happened, but it may be related to questioning in the LaBelle incident. He may have been shown to have made a false statement. <<
You don’t know that, and to speculate that, is pointless.
Not to argue, but West Point statement said Honor Violation. Considering that the dismissal came on the heals of the LaBelle incident there’s not a whole lot of alternate explanations.
U.S. Military Academy Statement
from Lt. Col. Sherri Reed, Director of Public Affairs
June 8
“The U.S. Military Academy completed a thorough investigation regarding the incident that occurred at the Houston Airport on March 11, 2011, involving Cadet Richard King. Following this investigation, the Academy chain of command took appropriate administrative action in accordance with Army Regulation 210-26.
At this time, the specific details of Cadet King’s case are protected by the Privacy Act, and are therefore not releasable.
Cadets who are placed on a suspended separation status (similar to probation in the civilian judicial system) for an honor violation or an act of misconduct are required to meet a number of conditions in order to continue at the Academy. Failure to meet this condition results in separation from the Academy.
Cadets who are separated from the Academy after the beginning of their junior year are typically obligated to either pay back the cost of their education or serve on active duty as a specialist (E-4) in the Army for a period of three years.
Additionally, the Superintendent may recommend separated cadets to participate in the Academy Mentorship Program. A cadet who participates in the AMP may apply for readmission to the Academy after serving eight to twelve months of active duty service. The decision regarding readmission is based on their complete record at West Point and successful performance as a Soldier while on enlisted duty.
West Point trains, educates, and inspires future leaders of the U.S. Army and Nation, in keeping with the highest traditions of professional military service.”