Jailbreak terror suspect Daniel Khalife ‘was Call of Duty obsessed loner whose escape might have been inspired by game’

Call of Duty Fan May Have Inspired Prison Escape

In a surprising turn of events, Daniel Khalife, a terror suspect, made headlines with his daring escape from HMP Wandsworth. According to a former acquaintance, Khalife’s love for the video game Call of Duty may have played a role in his audacious breakout.

Khalife, who had a strong affinity for the first-person shooter game, was believed to have drawn inspiration from a prison break scene featured in one of the Modern Warfare editions. This connection between his gaming passion and his real-life actions has raised eyebrows.

Before his escape, Khalife served in the British Army at the Ministry of Defence’s Beacon Barracks in Stafford, where he was part of the 22 Signal Regiment. Surprisingly, he attributed his initial decision to join the army to his fascination with Call of Duty.

A former comrade described Khalife as a loner who immersed himself in gaming, particularly Call of Duty. Despite his quiet demeanor and dedication to his studies, he had a reputation for being a heavy drinker and occasionally aggressive.

Khalife’s social media profiles portrayed him as a computer specialist with expertise in information technology and system administration. In a curious twist, the British Army had actively sought recruits from the “Playstation generation” and fans of games like Call of Duty and Fortnite in 2019.

The escape plan itself was a testament to Khalife’s resourcefulness. While on remand before his trial, he managed to slip away from his duties in the prison kitchen and covertly attached himself underneath a delivery lorry, disguised as a chef. With makeshift straps, he clung to the lorry and eluded both guards and surveillance cameras, successfully making his escape in a matter of minutes.

Critics argue that Khalife, given his military training, should have been under closer watch, especially considering his intelligence and skills as a Signal. His escape has raised questions about the level of supervision that should be applied to individuals with military training and tactical knowledge.

As the manhunt for Khalife continues, his actions serve as a stark reminder of the real-world consequences of video game-inspired fantasies.