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BAGHDAD (AP) — A retired British geologist accused by Iraq of collecting small archaeological fragments had no criminal intent, his family said, expressing hopes the charges — potentially punishable by death — could be avoided.
The case has become politically charged as Iran-backed Shiite militias could exploit the situation to shape public opinion against the British government.
A retired British geologist is facing the death penalty in Iraq after pieces of ancient pottery were found in his luggage.
A retired British geologist accused by Iraq of collecting small archaeological fragments had no criminal intent, his family said, expressing hopes the charges, potentially punishable by death, could be avoided.
Fitton was held last month after officials found him in possession of pottery fragments