Main content
Sorry, this episode is not currently available

The Spy Who Got Away With Murder

Freddie Scappaticci was a killer working for the state inside the IRA. Jennifer O’Leary investigates the most notorious agent of the Troubles.

Freddie Scappaticci led a double life – spyhunter for the IRA and, at the same time, one of Britain’s most important spies inside the group. His ability to interrogate IRA gunmen and bombers gave him unique access to their secrets – information that could be fed straight back to their enemies. But his IRA role also meant he was a killer. Jennifer O’Leary investigates.

29 minutes

Last on

Wed 31 May 2023 23:15

Credits

Role Contributor
Reporter Jennifer O'Leary
Producer Denise O'Connor
Assistant Editor Chris Thornton
Editor Gwyneth Jones

Broadcasts

Featured in...