LONDON (AP) — A retired British businessman accused of plotting to sell missile components to Iran is in transit to the United States to face charges.
Christopher Tappin is expected to arrive in the United States this afternoon after failing to overturn an extradition order.
Tappin faces charges in El Paso, Texas, over allegations that he offered in 2006 to sell specialized batteries for Hawk missiles for $25,000 to undercover American agents posing as Iranians.
The 65- year- old Tappin faces up to 35 years in jail if convicted.
He denies wrongdoing, saying he was the victim of a sting operation.
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