Ex-Royal Marine, 37, accused of spying for China on Hong Kong activists after fighting the Taliban...

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Matthew Trickett (pictured), 37, who had fought the Taliban and Somali pirates, made an appearance in court last week facing two charges under the National Security Act 2023.

For confidential support, call Samaritans on 116 123, visit samaritans.org or visit https://www.thecalmzone.net/get-supportA Former Royal Marine accused of spying for Hong Kong has been found dead in 'unexplained' circumstances last night.

Speaking of the Royal Marine's death, a local resident told MailOnline: 'This has been extremely disturbing for residents. The trio were charged last Monday under the new National Security Act brought in last year to target those working secretly for hostile states within the UK. Trickett was then employed by the UK Border Force at Heathrow Airport before joining Home Office Immigration Enforcement on February 21 this year.

But Julian Hayes, defending, played down the suicide attempt, which he blamed on Trickett's medical condition.

 

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