UK counter-terrorism police arrest member of US army with alleged links to Russia
Summary
British counter-terrorism police arrested a 41-year-old U.S. Army soldier near Gloucester on suspicion of offences under the UK National Security Act. Authorities say the investigation involves allegations of espionage and is being conducted with U.S. agencies; the man remains in custody, and the allegations have not been proven.Key Facts
- The arrest took place near Gloucester on Tuesday.
- The man was arrested on suspicion of offences under sections one and three of the National Security Act.
- Police are searching two locations in Gloucestershire as part of the investigation.
- British counter-terrorism police are working with U.S. authorities, the U.S. military and the FBI.
- The U.S. Army Counterintelligence Command described the allegations as concerning a senior soldier.
- FBI Director Kash Patel said the allegations involve espionage.
- Police said the investigation is not linked to other ongoing counter-terrorism investigations.
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