Iranian Smuggler Sentenced to 17 Years for Channel Crossings

Amanj Hasan Zada orchestrated illegal boat crossings from France to the UK, exploiting social media to promote his services.

Amanj Hasan Zada, 34, was convicted for facilitating illegal immigration through Channel crossings.
The National Crime Agency linked him to three specific crossings involving Kurdish migrants in late 2023.
Zada used social media to advertise his smuggling services, posting videos of satisfied customers.
Authorities believe he was involved in more crossings beyond the three confirmed cases.
NCA officials emphasized the life-threatening risks posed by Zada's operations, driven by profit motives.