British police arrest US Army soldier on suspicion of spying for Russia
British counterterrorism police arrested a 41-year-old senior US Army soldier near Gloucester, in western England, on Tuesday on suspicion of espionage on behalf of Russia, according to British and US authorities. FBI Director Kash Patel said the arrest related to allegations of espionage. Police said the man remained in custody and was being questioned at a London police station.
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The Metropolitan Police said its counterterrorism officers worked closely with the FBI and the US military on the investigation.36
US and British authorities said the suspect had been entrusted with sensitive information.1
British police said the arrest was made as part of an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing.46
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