Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Afghan Asylum Seeker Sentenced for Stalking and Child Images

3/6/2026

23 2 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Sabjan Burkazi, a 30-year-old Afghan asylum seeker, was sentenced to 40 months in prison for stalking a schoolgirl and possessing indecent images of children.
The court heard he became obsessed with the victim, causing fear.
Because asylum appeals are pending, Burkazi is not expected to be deported.
Judge Graeme Smith imposed a five-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
He also placed Burkazi on the ten-year Sex Offenders' Register.

1 of 1

Story summary

Sabjan Burkazi, a 30-year-old Afghan asylum seeker, was sentenced to 40 months in prison for stalking a schoolgirl and possessing indecent images of children.
The court heard he became obsessed with the victim, causing fear.
Because asylum appeals are pending, Burkazi is not expected to be deported.
Judge Graeme Smith imposed a five-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
He also placed Burkazi on the ten-year Sex Offenders' Register.