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Bell Hotel Resident Jailed 16 Weeks for Assaults in Epping

A separate sexual allegation was discontinued by prosecutors.

Overview

  • He pleaded guilty to two counts of common assault and four of assault by beating at earlier hearings.
  • The offences took place between July 25 and August 12 at the Bell Hotel in Epping, involving two residents and two staff members.
  • District Judge Lynette Woodrow called the conduct a series of escalating assaults and noted they occurred while he was on police bail for an alleged affray at another asylum hotel.
  • He was ordered to pay £300 to one victim and £200 each to two staff members, plus £85 in costs and a £154 victim surcharge.
  • The court was told he has signed paperwork to facilitate voluntary return to Syria after his 16‑week prison sentence.