US Navy Personnel Arrested on National Security and China-Related Charges

The Associated Press quoted US officials as saying two US Navy personnel were arrested on national security and China-related charges.

Arrested on Espionage Charges

And the Associated Press, citing U.S. officials, reported that two U.S. Navy personnel were arrested on national security and China-related charges. Diego. on charges of espionage, including conspiring to leak national defense information to Chinese officials.

Another Sailor Arrested on Conspiracy and Bribery Charges

U.S. officials added that another sailor was arrested at a naval base in Ventura County, north of Los Angeles, and charged with conspiracy and accepting a bribe from a Chinese official, though it is not clear if the two cases are connected. .

Press Conference to Reveal More Details

Federal officials are expected to announce more details at a scheduled press conference in San Diego later Thursday.

Source: Associated Press