In a striking case of persistent illegal entry, 31-year-old Albanian national Dilaver Domi has been sentenced to 20 months in prison. This marks his third attempt to remain in the United Kingdom despite being subject to a deportation order. Domi’s case was heard at Carlisle Crown Court, where Judge Nicholas Barker handed down the sentence
According to reports by The Telegraph, Domi first entered the UK illegally in January 2019, concealed in a heavy goods vehicle (HGV). His initial arrest came in October 2019 in Middlesbrough for cannabis production, leading to his imprisonment. Following his release, he was deported to Albania in May 2020 under a deportation order that barred him from re-entering the UK.
However, Domi breached this order in November 2021 by entering a UK control zone in northern France, again hidden in an HGV. This breach led to his removal from the UK. Undeterred, he re-entered the country in early 2022, resuming his illegal activities, which resulted in another prison sentence for cannabis production and a second deportation.
On May 1, 2024, Domi, along with another Albanian man, was stopped by police while traveling on the A6 southbound near Clifton, Penrith. The stop occurred at approximately 3:30 PM. Both men attempted to evade the police by fleeing across fields toward the West Coast Main Line but were quickly apprehended.
During interrogation, Domi admitted his awareness of the deportation order. He disclosed that he had traveled across Europe and entered the UK illegally two weeks prior by hiding on another HGV. Domi claimed to be working in construction and residing in the Midlands and Gloucester areas, en route to Glasgow for potential employment.
Domi pleaded guilty to breaching the deportation order. Judge Nicholas Barker, addressing the court, emphasized the severity of Domi’s repeated illegal entries and criminal activities. “You have no right to be in this country,” Judge Barker stated. “You should have got the message by now, having been locked up twice and deported twice. Your presence here is not desirable. You come to the UK, you commit crimes, and you ignore our immigration policies.”
Judge Barker highlighted that Domi, who has no fixed address, would likely remain in prison until his deportation. He also issued a stern warning to Domi about the consequences of any future illegal entries, stating that subsequent breaches would result in even longer prison sentences.
Domi’s case underscores ongoing challenges faced by UK immigration authorities in enforcing deportation orders and preventing re-entry of previously deported individuals. The court’s decision reflects a stringent stance on immigration violations, particularly concerning individuals who repeatedly breach deportation orders and engage in criminal activities.
The case prompts several critical questions: How effective are current measures in preventing illegal re-entry of deported individuals? What further steps can be taken to reinforce immigration laws and ensure compliance?
Domi’s repeated illegal entries and criminal activities call attention to the need for robust border controls and stringent enforcement of deportation orders. His sentencing aims to deter similar offenses and uphold the integrity of the UK’s immigration system.
Dilaver Domi’s persistent defiance of UK immigration laws and his repeated illegal entries have resulted in yet another prison sentence. This case highlights the ongoing struggle to enforce deportation orders effectively and underscores the necessity for stringent measures to prevent such breaches in the future. Judge Barker’s ruling sends a clear message about the serious consequences of violating immigration laws and the UK’s commitment to maintaining lawful entry and residence.
