Senior US army soldier arrested in UK over suspected Russian espionage

British counterterrorism police detain a 41-year-old American serviceman over allegations of spying for Russia as investigations continue.

British counterterrorism police detain a 41-year-old American serviceman over allegations of spying for Russia as investigations continue.

A senior US Army soldier has been arrested in the United Kingdom on suspicion of involvement in espionage activities linked to Russia according to British police.

The 41-year-old serviceman was detained by counterterrorism officers investigating allegations that he had been spying on behalf of Moscow.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans confirmed the arrest saying police teams were conducting searches at two locations as part of the ongoing investigation.

Evans described the allegations as serious and said inquiries were continuing. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the locations being searched or the specific activities allegedly carried out by the suspect.

The arrest comes amid continued security concerns in the UK and other Western countries over suspected intelligence activities linked to Russia.

Police have yet to provide additional information about the case and the allegations against the soldier have not been established in court.