Bashir Hotak, the East London Immigrant Sex Offender, an Afghan migrant residing in a London hotel, charged with sexually assaulting a woman at a West End pub, wept in court while expressing that his English proficiency is ‘poor’.
Bashir Hotak, 23, was residing in a hotel in East London during the purported sexual assault at Simmons Bar, Leicester Square, on June 29.
He attended Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, facing charges of sexual assault and assault by beating.
He received assistance from a Persian interpreter fluent in the Dari dialect and began to weep when prompted to enter his appeals.
Following a hiatus, Bashir Hotak’s attorney stated he could no longer provide representation.
Upon being informed of the necessity to seek new representation, Bashir Hotak enquired, ‘How?’ I am unwell, possess little proficiency in English, am under medical care, and am taking numerous medications.
Amanda Barron, presiding over a panel of three magistrates, stated: ‘It is not straightforward to search for law companies in your vicinity using Google.
‘You had the opportunity to consult a lawyer today, but he can no longer represent you.
The hearing was postponed until November 10, and Bashir Hotak was granted bail to refrain from contacting the alleged victim or visiting Simmons Bar in Leicester Square.
Ms Barron stated: ‘Your attorney is no longer representing you. I will grant you three weeks to return to court, allowing you time to secure new legal counsel.
‘The decision is yours; it is your life and your duty.
Violation of either condition will result in arrest by law enforcement and subsequent court appearance in custody, with a reassessment of the bail status.
Bashir Hotak, from East London, is charged with sexual assault against a female and assault by beating. He refrained from entering pleas at the hearing.
Bashir Hotak was observed grinning and raising his middle finger as he exited the courtroom.
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