Leading trouble-maker (10)

I believe the answer is:

ringleader

(Other definitions for ringleader that I've seen before include "Chief troublemaker" , "firebrand" , "Mastermind" , "One heading up illicit activity" , "Main villain" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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