Migrant Who Murdered Mum and Brother Avoids Deportation Over ‘Anxiety’ Concerns
Dzhuneyt Shefket, now 31, is set to be deported after a UK tribunal overturned a decision allowing him to remain in the country. Shefket was convicted of murdering his mother, Nevdzhin, 36, and six-year-old brother, Yeniz, in 2012 in Bulgaria when he was just 18 years old. The tribunal described the killings as “particularly grave” and carried out “in cold blood”, reported GB News.
Shefket served five years in prison for the murders before moving to the UK in 2017 under EU free movement rules. He failed to disclose his convictions upon entering the country, a deliberate omission to increase his chances of staying.
A tribunal heard that the murders involved “extreme violence” and that the victims were “entirely defenseless.” Despite the severity of his crimes, Shefket applied for permanent residency in 2019. The Home Office denied his application and initiated deportation proceedings, citing his failure to disclose his criminal history.
Shefket argued during the tribunal that returning to Bulgaria would cause him significant anxiety, as he is widely known there as a convicted murderer. However, this argument did not convince the higher court.
Immigration Judge Moffat initially ruled last year that Shefket did not pose a serious threat and could remain in the UK. However, this decision faced criticism and was overturned on appeal. The appeal tribunal emphasized the severity of Shefket’s crimes and his deliberate concealment of his past.
“The murders were of a particularly grave nature. They were carried out in cold blood,” the tribunal stated, reaffirming the Home Office’s decision to deport Shefket.
The case has reignited debates about the UK’s immigration policies, particularly concerning individuals with serious criminal convictions entering under free movement agreements. Critics argue that stricter measures should be in place to prevent similar cases in the future.
Shefket is now awaiting deportation to Bulgaria, where he will return as a convicted criminal. The case highlights the complexities of balancing individual rights with public safety and the importance of transparency in immigration applications.