The question for the party at at hand is it best for him to remain silent until and if the DA formally charges said person. Or to make a statement of how he was not behind the wheel of the vehicle?
Yes I beleive the story in full, and for walking into a man trap as you state "army judge" dont you think he/and or his family members were contacted. Would it have been better to hide from reality. Oh, and you also missed the part where he reserved his right to remain silent.