US Navy sailor convicted of spying for China (PRC)
2 days ago
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- Jinchao Wei, a U.S. Navy sailor, convicted of espionage and export violations for selling Navy secrets to a Chinese intelligence officer for $12,000.
- Wei was found guilty of six counts, including conspiracy to commit espionage and unlawful export of defense-related technical data.
- Sentencing is scheduled for Dec. 1, with prosecutors emphasizing the betrayal of trust and national security risks.
- Evidence showed Wei provided sensitive information about U.S. Navy ships, including photographs, videos, and technical manuals, over 18 months.
- The case highlights China's aggressive targeting of U.S. military personnel and the importance of reporting suspicious contacts to the FBI.