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crime-and-justice2 years ago•3 min saved

"Navy Sailor Sentenced to 27 Months for Selling Military Secrets to China"

U.S. Navy sailor Wenheng Zhao has been sentenced to 27 months in prison and fined $5,500 for transmitting sensitive military information to a Chinese intelligence officer in exchange for bribes. Zhao, who worked at Naval Base Ventura County, received over $14,000 in bribes and transmitted classified information, including plans for a maritime training exercise and operational orders, using encrypted communication methods. The FBI and NCIS conducted the investigation, and Zhao's actions violated his official duties and oath to protect the United States.

via Department of Justice|

#chinese-intelligence #crime-and-justice #espionage

national-security2 years ago•3 min saved

Navy Sailor Pleads Guilty to Selling Secrets and Taking Bribes from China

A U.S. Navy service member, Petty Officer Wenheng Zhao, pleaded guilty to conspiring with a Chinese intelligence officer and receiving bribes in exchange for transmitting sensitive U.S. military information. Zhao, who held a security clearance and worked at Naval Base Ventura County, admitted to collecting and transmitting non-public information regarding U.S. Navy operational security, military trainings, and critical infrastructure. He used encrypted communication methods and destroyed evidence to conceal his actions. Zhao faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. The FBI and Naval Criminal Investigative Service conducted the investigation.

via Department of Justice|

#bribery #chinese-intelligence #national-security