Summary
A U.S. Navy sailor named Jinchao Wei was found guilty of selling military secrets to a Chinese intelligence officer. Wei received $12,000 over 18 months for sharing detailed information about Navy ships while working at Naval Base San Diego.
Key Facts
- Jinchao Wei was a U.S. Navy sailor who sold military secrets to China.
- He was paid $12,000 for the information over an 18-month period.
- Wei worked on the USS Essex as a machinist's mate.
- He sent photos, videos, and details about Navy ships to a Chinese intelligence officer.
- The espionage activities took place from March 2022 until his arrest in August 2023.
- Wei used encrypted apps and devices provided by the handler to communicate secretly.
- A second sailor involved in a related case was sentenced to 27 months in prison.
- Wei's sentencing is set for December 1.
