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Former Reporter Denies Deceptive Tactics in Lawrence Case

2/17/2026

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Stephen Wright, a former Daily Mail reporter, denies ordering a private investigator to deceive Doreen Lawrence.
He calls the accusations 'absolute cobblers' and says he never used unlawful methods.
The allegations are part of a legal action against Associated Newspapers Ltd, which denies all claims, including phone hacking.
The case remains in the High Court, with Wright defending his integrity and commitment to the Lawrence family.

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Story summary

Stephen Wright, a former Daily Mail reporter, denies ordering a private investigator to deceive Doreen Lawrence.
He calls the accusations 'absolute cobblers' and says he never used unlawful methods.
The allegations are part of a legal action against Associated Newspapers Ltd, which denies all claims, including phone hacking.
The case remains in the High Court, with Wright defending his integrity and commitment to the Lawrence family.