Key Highlights
- A migrant who was released in error from prison has been arrested in north London.
- The man, Hadush Kebatu, was sentenced last month for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl and a woman in Epping.
- Kebatu is supposed to be deported but was found in Finsbury Park by a passerby.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has stated that Kebatu will now be deported, adding “we must make sure this doesn’t happen again.”
Migrant Sex Offender Released in Error from Prison
A migrant who was erroneously released from prison was apprehended after a manhunt in London. The individual, identified as Hadush Kebatu, is now back in custody following the incident that occurred on 1 day ago.
Kebatu’s Criminal Record and Sentence
Hadush Kebatu, who has a criminal history involving sexual offenses, was sentenced last month for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl and a woman in Epping. Despite his sentence, the man was mistakenly released from custody.
Arrest and Manhunt in London
Kebatu, who was supposed to be deported following his release, was found by a passerby in Finsbury Park, north London. The moment of his arrest, captured on video, has gone viral, highlighting the oversight that led to his initial release.
Government Response and Future Actions
In response to the incident, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated that Kebatu will now be deported. He emphasized the need for stringent measures to prevent such incidents from recurring in the future: “We must make sure this doesn’t happen again.”
The case has reignited debates around immigration policies and the effectiveness of deportation processes in the UK.
