"Judge Martin Edmunds KC stated that Boulares had targeted wealthy areas for 'rich pickings' and exhibited a 'systematic pattern of stealing from people as they are enjoying a meal or refreshment at a restaurant.'"
"'You seem to be plagued by an attitude that if people can afford nice things, then you can take them,' the judge remarked, emphasizing Boulares' willingness to use violence when challenged."
"'It's a matter of the deepest regret that individuals have been left feeling they don't want to come to London or they should leave London,' reflecting the impact of Boulares' actions on public perception."
Zacariah Boulares, a 19-year-old from Feltham, pleaded guilty to attempted robbery and possession of a machete after trying to steal a Rolex watch. This incident occurred six weeks after he attempted to rob TV presenter Genevieve Chenneour. Boulares has a history of 12 convictions for 28 offences, including violence and theft. He targeted affluent areas, leading to concerns about public safety in London. Boulares is expected to receive a substantial prison sentence, with remand until his sentencing in June 2024.
Read at www.bbc.com
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]