A man has been arrested by Britain's anti-terror unit on suspicion of spying for Russia.

The suspect, who is in his 40s, is accused of espionage in Great Britain - serving for Vladimir Putin, Telegrafi reports.

He was arrested by British police at London Gatwick Airport.

He was getting ready to leave the country when he was captured by law enforcement.

His arrest has been confirmed by Scotland Yard, where it has been announced that he is suspected of espionage.

/ Telegraphy /