US Soldier Arrested in England on Suspicion of Spying for Russia

The soldier had access to sensitive material, according to an Army commanding officer.

US Soldier Arrested in England on Suspicion of Spying for Russia

TL;DR

  • A senior U.S. Army soldier was arrested in England on November 10.
  • The soldier is suspected of spying on behalf of Russia.
  • The arrest occurred near a base housing special NATO land forces.
  • The soldier was entrusted with sensitive information, according to a U.S. Army commanding general.
  • UK Counter Terrorism Policing collaborated with U.S. authorities, military, and the FBI.