Summary
A US Navy sailor named Jinchao Wei was found guilty of selling military secrets to a Chinese agent. Wei shared classified information about Navy ships with the agent in exchange for money. He was arrested in 2023 and could receive a life sentence when officially sentenced on December 1.
Key Facts
- Jinchao Wei, a US Navy sailor, was convicted of espionage for selling secrets to China.
- He was charged with six crimes including espionage and unlawful export of classified data.
- Wei was recruited by a Chinese agent through social media in February 2022.
- He used encrypted apps to communicate secretly with the agent and accepted over $12,000.
- During the trial, evidence like phone and audio messages showed Wei's communications with the agent.
- Wei's mother confirmed his actions in a text message exchange.
- Wei's sentencing is scheduled for December 1, where he could face life in prison.
- Another sailor, Wenheng Zhao, was also arrested for similar charges and had been sentenced previously.
