He deserted, changed his name and hid for 40 years. It just caught up with him, police say

Since he didn't desert during war time, is 64, seems to have led a straight and narrow life, and contributes to the economy, they will probably just admin separate him, with an OTH.

If they deserted, then brought back into military custody they are subject to Courts Marshal proceedings.

It always ends the same way... 4 days or 40 years... Stainless Steel Bracelets... sounds like a C&W song!