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| NHS cyber-security hero Marcus Hutchins arrested in US | NHS cyber-security hero Marcus Hutchins arrested in US |
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| The British cyber-security researcher who was praised for stalling the worldwide WannaCry cyber-attack has been arrested in Las Vegas. | The British cyber-security researcher who was praised for stalling the worldwide WannaCry cyber-attack has been arrested in Las Vegas. |
| The NHS was among organisations in more than 100 countries affected by the ransomware, which struck in 12 May. | |
| Marcus Hutchins, 23, was thrust into the limelight after he stopped the malware from spreading. | |
| "We are aware of the situation," a spokesman for the UK's National Cyber Security Centre said. | |
| "This is a law enforcement matter and it would be inappropriate to comment further." | |
| The researcher had been in Las Vegas for the Black Hat and Def Con cyber-security conferences, which took place last week. | |
| The arrest was first reported by news site Motherboard, which indicated the FBI was involved. | |
| It is not known if or where Mr Hutchins is being held in custody. | |
| The BBC has contacted Mr Hutchins' family for comment. | |
| More to follow | More to follow |