Two asylum seekers, Frans Epentrius, 29, and Tobias Iileka, 33, were reported in court for shoplifting designer items at a John Lewis store in Bluewater shopping centre. Iileka was caught with wire cutters, while Epentrius attempted to steal a Coach handbag. They claimed they needed money for food and clothes as they were awaiting asylum claim processing. After being charged, Iileka admitted to previous thefts and stated he was fulfilling orders from a friend. Both men confessed their offenses in court and were sentenced to community orders with probation supervision.
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In a recent court ruling, Mr. Ty has been sentenced to 18 months for his two criminal offenses, a punishment requiring him to undertake 180 hours of community service. Although found guilty of stealing goods on December 4, Iileka was spared from compensating the victims due to his financial constraints.
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