A British military intelligence officer has been accused of spying for Russia – he tried to contact Moscow via the dark web
Kyiv • UNN
Twenty-four-year-old military intelligence officer Teddy Young is accused of gathering secret data for Russia and attempting to make contact via the dark web. He appeared in court.
In the United Kingdom, 24-year-old Royal Navy serviceman Teddy Young has been accused of collecting classified defense and intelligence information for subsequent transfer to Russia. He allegedly used the dark web to establish contact with representatives of the Russian Federation. Bloomberg reported this, according to UNN.
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Young worked in the Royal Navy's military intelligence and had a high level of access to classified materials. According to the prosecution, he used his official position to obtain and retain confidential data.
The investigation believes that from November 2024 to May 2025, the serviceman collected information that he planned to pass on to the Russian authorities. In particular, he allegedly attempted to establish contact with potential representatives of a foreign state through the dark web.
The suspect appeared in court
Young was arrested on October 7 at his home in Bedfordshire. The following day, he appeared before Westminster Magistrates' Court, where he only confirmed his identity and did not request release on bail.
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The next hearing was scheduled for October 16 at the Central Criminal Court of London, the Old Bailey.
In addition, the serviceman is accused of violating rules governing the handling of classified materials by forwarding official information to his personal email address.