US embassy child abuse images suspect flown from UK before police interview
A US embassy staff member in London was detained and flown to the United States in August before British police could interview him regarding allegations of possessing indecent images of children. The US Embassy confirmed the individual was reassigned to the US while investigations continue in conjunction with UK authorities. UK government officials stated that all foreign diplomats are expected to abide by British laws.
- ▪The suspect worked at the US embassy in Vauxhall and held diplomatic protection despite not being a diplomat.
- ▪He was flown back to the United States on a commercial flight without being questioned by British police first.
- ▪The US Embassy stated they quickly informed UK law enforcement and took swift action by reassigning the staff member.
- ▪Home Office ministers and the Metropolitan Police are in close contact with the US embassy as investigations proceed.
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US embassy child abuse images suspect flown from UK before police interviewImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The US Embassy in London in a picture taken in April last yearByVinny McAvineyBBC CorrespondentPublished14 minutes agoA US embassy staffer accused of possessing indecent images of children, was detained at his south London flat and flown out of the UK in August, without being first questioned by British police.The US Embassy confirmed to the BBC that authorities are investigating the allegations and they have reassigned the staff member to the US while inquiries continue."The United States government expects all personnel to adhere to the highest standards of conduct, and we take these allegations seriously," embassy officials said in a statement.They added that they…
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