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Ringleader of Grooming Gang Granted Controversial Immigration Status

11/20/2025

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Sky News investigation identifies Mircea Marian Cumpanasoiu as grooming gang's ringleader who was offered £1,500 for voluntary deportation while awaiting trial for 10 rapes.
Despite being in custody, his immigration status was renewed under the EU settlement scheme.
Legal experts criticize the Home Office for renewing his status without assessment.
The Home Office says he will be deported after serving a 24-year sentence for sexual and trafficking offenses.

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Story summary

Sky News investigation identifies Mircea Marian Cumpanasoiu as grooming gang's ringleader who was offered £1,500 for voluntary deportation while awaiting trial for 10 rapes.
Despite being in custody, his immigration status was renewed under the EU settlement scheme.
Legal experts criticize the Home Office for renewing his status without assessment.
The Home Office says he will be deported after serving a 24-year sentence for sexual and trafficking offenses.