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10/17/12

Cyber wars: US 'disappointed' that Britain won't extradite hacker

The United States expressed disappointment Tuesday after Britain decided not to extradite computer hacker Gary McKinnon, who is wanted on suspicion of accessing secret NASA and Pentagon systems.

State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland told reporters that American officials "are examining the details of the decision," but insisted that the 10-year legal battle had not undermined close US ties with Britain.

"The United States is disappointed by the decision to deny Gary McKinnon's extradition to face long overdue justice in the United States," Nuland said.

The Department of Justice also said it was "disappointed," particularly in light of previous decisions by the British government and courts that McKinnon should face trial in the United States.

"We note that the home secretary has described this case as exceptional and, thus, this decision does not set a precedent for future cases," department spokeswoman Rebekah Carmichael said.

Read more: US 'disappointed' that Britain won't extradite hacker | Technology , International | THE DAILY STAR

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