Summary
An undercover officer was involved in conflicts during the 1998 inquiry into Stephen Lawrence's murder. The inquiry is examining the role of undercover police who gathered information on anti-racism groups and if their actions were motivated by racism. The investigation, which has been ongoing for years, aims to uncover abuses by these officers.
Key Facts
- An undercover officer, known as HN81, participated in disturbances during the 1998 Stephen Lawrence inquiry.
- Stephen Lawrence, an 18-year-old, was murdered in 1993 in a racially motivated attack while waiting at a bus stop in London.
- The Undercover Policing Inquiry started in 2015 and is investigating misconduct by undercover officers.
- There is evidence suggesting possible racism by police towards black justice campaigners in the 1990s.
- The inquiry costs have reached £114 million.
- HN81 admitted to being involved in public disorder during the inquiry.
- The inquiry examines why Scotland Yard used undercover officers against anti-racism campaigns.
- Witness Peter Francis will provide key testimony suggesting racially motivated orders were given to undermine black justice campaigns.
