Removal of US Embassy staffer from UK 'unforgivable'
The mother of Harry Dunn has condemned the UK government for allowing a US embassy staffer accused of possessing indecent images to leave the country. The staffer, who held diplomatic protection, was flown back to the US without being questioned by British police.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing tensions regarding diplomatic immunity and the perceived lack of accountability for US personnel operating within the UK.
Image source, Emma Baugh/BBC Image caption, Charlotte Charles has criticised the US, saying the case has "all the hallmarks" of her son's case
The removal from the UK of a US embassy staffer accused of possessing indecent images is "unforgivable", says the mother of Harry Dunn.
The staff member was flown out of the UK without being questioned by British police.
Charlotte Charles, whose son was killed by US citizen Anne Sacoolas in a road crash outside a Northamptonshire airbase, said the situation had "all the hallmarks" of Harry's case. Sacoolas left the UK after diplomatic immunity was asserted on her behalf.
The US Embassy said inquiries were ongoing in conjunction with UK authorities. A UK government spokesperson declined to comment, citing the ongoing US investigation, but said Britain expected foreign diplomats to obey the law.
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