Nicholas Rossi to appeal against extradition order from Scotland to US

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US fugitive Nicholas Ross is appealing against an attempt by the Scottish Government to extradite him to America. The 36-year-old has lodged an appeal against the extradition order with the High Court, the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) confirmed.Following a lengthy extradition case in the Scottish courts, ministers signed an order last month giving permission for him to be extradited to the US to face charges there.A report has been requested and is expected within four weeks, according to the SCTS.Rossi initially came to the attention of the authorities after he became ill with Covid-19 and was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow in December 2021.Despite a sheriff ruling that he is Nicholas Rossi, he claims he is a victim of mistaken identity and is an Irish orphan called Arthur Knight. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here . Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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