Iran Spy Daniel Khalife Jailed After Escaping Wandsworth Prison in Van
Daniel Khalife, a former soldier, has been sentenced for spying and escaping prison, costing police over £250,000 in the manhunt.
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London: A former soldier named Daniel Khalife has been jailed. He was caught spying for Iran and escaped from Wandsworth prison.
Khalife’s escape was dramatic. He clung to the bottom of a food truck. This led to a massive manhunt that cost police over £250,000.
He was in jail for spying charges. Just a month after joining the Army, he contacted Iranian agents. Khalife used fake emails to share sensitive information.
After his escape, he went on a shopping spree. He even bought a coffee at McDonald’s while changing his clothes to avoid detection.
Four days later, police arrested him near the Grand Union Canal. He had changed outfits multiple times during his time on the run.
Khalife admitted he acted foolishly. He said he didn’t realize how dangerous it was to escape under a moving truck.
He was sentenced to 14 years and three months in prison. His actions raised serious questions about security in the Army and prison system.
Despite his claims of wanting to be a double agent, Khalife’s actions were reckless. He was convicted of breaching the Official Secrets Act and escaping from prison.