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MI5 knew agent was misogynist 'obsessed' with violence, watchdog finds

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MI5 knew agent was misogynist 'obsessed' with violence, watchdog finds
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An inquiry by the IPCO watchdog revealed that MI5 was aware of a neo-Nazi informant's violent and misogynistic behavior but failed to review his suitability as an agent. The report confirms the agency defended the agent in court despite knowing about his history of abuse.

Image caption, Agent X had used his status to coercively control his then girlfriend, including attacking her with a machete

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