Wild reckless person (8)

I believe the answer is:

tearaway

(Other definitions for tearaway that I've seen before include "Hooligan" , "Rough" , "unruly character" , "Might I stir" , "Unruly, impetuous person" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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