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William Sutch charged with spying

1974 William Sutch charged with spying

Economist Dr W.B. Sutch was charged with spying after what the NZSIS claimed were 'surreptitious and clandestine' meetings with a Russian diplomat. Despite his acquittal in 1975, speculation continues as to whether he was a spy.

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Dr W. B. SutchNew Zealand and the Cold War1974 - key eventsNew Zealand crime timeline

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  • Sutch and security (Brian Easton)
  • William Sutch biography (DNZB)
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