MI5 knew agent was misogynist 'obsessed' with violence, watchdog finds
Summary
A secret investigation found that MI5 knew an agent they protected was violent and treated women badly but did not properly review his behavior. The agent, called Agent X, attacked his girlfriend and had extreme views, yet MI5 continued to use him and gave false information about his role in court. The watchdog ordered MI5 to make changes and keep supervising its work with agents like him.Key Facts
- MI5 used an agent known as Agent X who was involved in violent and abusive behavior.
- Agent X attacked his girlfriend with a machete and controlled her through coercion.
- MI5 knew Agent X was openly hateful towards women and interested in violence.
- The watchdog IPCO said MI5 failed to properly check if Agent X was safe or suitable to be an agent.
- MI5 gave false evidence to courts and misled the watchdog about Agent X’s status.
- IPCO required MI5 to fix its mistakes and update its rules and practices.
- The agent continued intelligence work abroad even while under investigation.
- The girlfriend of Agent X is asking MI5 to apologize for their failure to act.
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