Escaped Terror Suspect Daniel Khalife Snatched Back by Police in West London
Drama in Chiswick as Fugitive Finally Nabbed
Daniel Khalife, 21, the ex-soldier accused of terrorism offences, has been caught by police in Chiswick, West London. The prison escapee was on the run since slipping away from HMP Wandsworth.
After overnight sightings sparked a frantic search, officers swooped in just before 11 a.m. today to arrest Khalife. He is now locked up in police custody while inquiries continue.
Daring Escape Under Food Truck Sparks Nationwide Manhunt
Khalife’s brazen getaway involved sneaking out beneath a food truck in a chef’s uniform. Eyewitnesses saw him clinging to the truck’s undercarriage as he fled the prison grounds.
The 21-year-old vanished from Wandsworth on Wednesday, triggering heavy security alerts across the country.
Justice Secretary Orders Independent Probe as Questions Mount
Justice Secretary Alex Chalk confirmed an independent investigation has been launched into how Khalife managed to slip away. The audacious escape has put UK prison security under the microscope.
Khalife, a former Royal Signals soldier stationed at Beacon Barracks, Stafford, was on remand and denies all charges. His capture ends the tense nationwide manhunt but leaves fresh doubts over prison safeguards.
The coming days will see increased scrutiny on prison protocols and the circumstances behind this high-profile break-out.