US soldier arrested in Russia accused of theft

A US Army worker stationed successful South Korea has been detained successful Russia, the US subject says.

Staff Sgt Gordon Black is accused of stealing from a woman, reports the BBC's US spouse CBS.

He was not connected authoritative question erstwhile helium was held connected 2 May successful the metropolis of Vladivostock, successful Russia's acold east.

National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby told reporters the US is "aware of this lawsuit and different matters related to Russia".

At the White House briefing connected Monday, Mr Kirby said helium could not supply much details.

According to a connection from the US Army, the worker is facing charges of transgression misconduct.

"The Army notified his household and the US Department of State is providing due consular enactment to the Soldier successful Russia," said spokeswoman Cynthia Smith.

The worker had been successful the process of changing work stations from South Korea backmost to Fort Cavazos successful the US authorities of Texas, according to CBS.