UK Police Arrest Senior US Army Soldier Over Suspected Russia Espionage
Summary
UK police arrested a 41-year-old U.S. Army servicemember near Gloucester on suspicion of espionage linked to Russia. The investigation involves the Metropolitan Police, the FBI and U.S. military officials; authorities have not released further details about the allegations.Key Facts
- Police said the servicemember was arrested Tuesday and is being held at a London police station.
- The servicemember has not been publicly identified.
- Officers are searching two locations in Gloucestershire.
- Police arrested him on suspicion of offenses under Sections 1 and 3 of the UK National Security Act 2023.
- The Metropolitan Police said the allegations relate to Russia and that the investigation is ongoing.
- UK police said the investigation was conducted in cooperation with U.S. authorities, including the FBI and military officials.
- FBI Director Kash Patel said the espionage allegations are of utmost concern to the United States and its allies.
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