| Xue Feng (simplified Chinese 薛峰; pinyin: Xuē Fēng) | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | United States |
| Alma mater | University of Chicago |
| Known for | American geologist arrested and tortured on suspicion of espionage |
| Spouse | Nan Kang |
Xue Feng, an American citizen, is a geologist who worked for IHS Inc. He graduated from University of Chicago with a doctoral degree in geology. He worked as the Northeast Asia manager for IHS Inc. On Nov. 20, 2007, Xue was detained by Chinese authorities. He was eventually charged with espionage.[1]
According to the Associated Press, Xue has been tortured in prison.