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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Kim Pilling

‘Best smuggler’ jailed for 17 years after arranging Channel small boat crossings

Amanj Hasan Zada was convicted of three counts of facilitating illegal immigration (NCA) -

An Iranian national who dubbed himself “the best smuggler” has been jailed for 17 years after he arranged Channel small boat crossings from his home in Lancashire.

On Friday, Amanj Hasan Zada, of Stefano Road, Preston, was convicted by a jury of three counts of facilitating illegal immigration after a two-week trial at Preston Crown Court, said the National Crime Agency (NCA).

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