British Metropolitan Police and US officials have reported that a high-ranking American soldier has been detained in Great Britain on accusations of spying for Russia, Politico reports.British police apprehended the 41-year-old man near Gloucester, approximately 160 kilometers north of London. According to Scotland Yard, searches are being conducted at two locations in the Gloucester area. Scotland Yard did not release the name of the detained individual.Brigadier General Sean Stinchon of the US Army Counterintelligence Command stated that the high-ranking soldier had access to sensitive information. Director of the US Federal Bureau of Investigation Kash Patel indicated that the arrest relates to espionage charges—a matter of grave concern for the United States and its allies. He added that, as the investigation proceeds, he wishes to send a clear message: the FBI will show zero tolerance toward individuals who have broken their oath to the United States and whose actions jeopardize the security of the nation and its partners. Authorities have reported that a man has been detained on suspicion of obtaining or disclosing classified information and collaborating with foreign intelligence services linked to Russia.The investigation into the actions of the soldier, who is being held in custody in London, is being led by British counter-terrorism police.
US soldier arrested in Great Britain on suspicion of spying for Russia
