WASHINGTON – The Army Criminal Investigation Division is investigating allegations that the four-star general who heads US Central Command shoved a member of his air crew during a trip abroad, according to US officials.

Authorities said Army Gen. Erik Kurilla became upset during a flight and pushed the service member. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the assault allegations, which recently came to light. Kurilla is still at work and is currently in the Middle East.

The Army Criminal Investigation Division said in a statement Friday that it is “aware of an alleged incident and is currently investigating it. “There is no additional information available at this time.”

The division routinely conducts preliminary investigations when allegations of misconduct are made to determine whether a full investigation is warranted.

Kurilla has been traveling extensively throughout the Middle East, including numerous trips to Israel and other allies in the region as Israel’s war with Hamas and subsequent battles against Hezbollah in Lebanon continue.

The investigation was first reported by NBC.