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Ex-Soldier Daniel Khalife's Daring Escape and Capture Detailed in Court

Khalife, who allegedly escaped from HMP Wandsworth by hiding under a lorry, was recaptured after a four-day manhunt.

  • Khalife allegedly used a makeshift sling made of bedsheets to strap himself under a food delivery lorry to escape from prison.
  • After his escape, he was seen on CCTV purchasing clothes, a phone, and a newspaper, and buying a coffee at McDonald's.
  • Police recaptured Khalife on a canal towpath in west London, where he was reportedly calm and congratulated the arresting officer.
  • Khalife expressed regret over the disruption caused by his escape but claimed he didn't realize it was a crime.
  • He faces additional charges under the Official Secrets Act and Terrorism Act, which he denies, and his trial is ongoing.
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