Podcast reveals details of IRA murder linked to informant Stakeknife

A new BBC podcast, "Cover: Stakeknife," reveals shocking details about the murder of Michael Kearney, a 19-year-old believed to be the first victim of notorious IRA executioner Freddie Scappaticci. Kearney was shot in July 1979 after being tortured for 17 days. Scappaticci, known as Stakeknife, was an informant for British intelligence while leading the IRA's internal security unit. The podcast claims he informed authorities about Kearney's interrogation and impending execution, despite knowing Kearney was not a traitor. Michael's brother, Seamus, who was in prison at the time, has since uncovered connections between Scappaticci and his brother's death. He believes that British security forces were aware of the situation and that Scappaticci played a significant role in the execution.