Irene Savidge | |
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Born | Irene Marjorie Savidge 9 June 1905 |
Died | 26 March 1985 | (aged 79)
Nationality | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
Other names | Irene |
Occupation | Factory worker |
Known for | Scandal about police treatment |
Spouse | Frank Gentle |
Irene "Marjorie" Savidge became Irene Gentle (9 June 1905 – 26 March 1985) was a British factory worker and subject of police interrogation who became involved in a scandal. A charge of indecency against her and Sir Leo Chiozza Money was dismissed by magistrates, but she was later detained again and subjected to a five-hour interrogation by male officers. Her complaints led to a public inquiry concerning police procedures and later a royal commission.