'Insider Threats Are Real': US Soldier Arrested in UK on Russia Spy Suspicion
\n\nA member of the US Army has been arrested in the UK on suspicion of offenses under the National Security Act 2023 relating to Russia, Counter Terrorism Policing London said. The man, aged 41, was arrested near Gloucester on Tuesday following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing, working closely with US authorities, the US military and the FBI. He has not been named. Officers are carrying out searches at two locations in Gloucestershire as part of the investigation.
\n\nHe was arrested on suspicion of violating two sections of the National Security Act 2023, for assisting a foreign intelligence service and for obtaining or disclosing protected information. He has been detained under the Act and remains in custody at a London police station as inquiries continue. The investigation is not linked to any other ongoing Counter Terrorism Policing investigations.
\n\nDeputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans, Senior National Coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing, said, “This significant arrest and investigation is a result of close collaboration between UK and US authorities. The allegations are serious, and our investigation is very much ongoing. This activity demonstrates the strength of our UK and…
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