Key Points:
- Paul Wall, 44, fined £112 for stealing over £300 worth of products from Boots in Upminster.
- Evandro Dos Santos, 34, pleaded guilty to assaulting two police officers in Barking; sentencing set for June 9.
- Dean Chambers, 40, fined £218 after admitting to possession of cannabis and cocaine in Barking.
- Roshan Patel, 40, admitted to stealing a remifentanil syringe and possessing a Class A drug from King George Hospital.
- Ali Zaman, 38, received a community order for assault and criminal damage in Ilford.
- Rajandeep Singh, 33, fined for stealing three bottles of tequila from Lidl in Ilford.
- Daniel Matacino had a breach of protection notice charge withdrawn.
- James Lear, 59, remanded in custody after assault conviction and drug possession.
- Abdul Raziq, 24, ordered to perform unpaid work and pay £2,400 compensation for damaging Ladbrokes property.
- All cases were recently concluded at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court, covering defendants from Barking, Dagenham, Ilford, and beyond.
A range of criminal cases — from drug possession to violent assaults — were brought before Barkingside Magistrates’ Court in recent days, with several defendants from across east London receiving fines, community orders, or custody decisions.
As reported by Holly Brencher of Guardian Series, the following cases were dealt with in recent court proceedings.
What did Paul Wall steal and what was the court’s decision?
As detailed by Holly Brencher of the Guardian Series, Paul Wall, aged 44, of Abbey Road, Barking, was fined £112 and issued a surcharge after pleading guilty to theft from a Boots store in Upminster on 10 May. The stolen items included a Philips OneBlade and Olay creams, amounting to a total of £300.93.
Who did Evandro Dos Santos assault and what are the next steps?
Holly Brencher of Guardian Series reported that Evandro Dos Santos, 34, of Whiting Avenue, Barking, assaulted two police officers on 10 January while they were on duty. He pleaded guilty and was bailed until 9 June, when he is scheduled to return to Barkingside Magistrates’ Court for sentencing.
What were Dean Chambers’ charges and the court’s ruling?
According to Holly Brencher writing for Guardian Series, Dean Chambers, aged 40, from Barley Lane, Ilford, admitted to possession of cannabis and cocaine in Barking on 22 April. On 13 May, the magistrates ordered the forfeiture and destruction of the drugs and imposed a £218 total in fines, surcharge, and costs.
What happened with Roshan Patel and the stolen hospital syringe?
As reported by Holly Brencher of Guardian Series, Roshan Patel, 40, residing at Pancras Way, Bow, pleaded guilty to stealing a remifentanil syringe from King George Hospital in Ilford on 26 March 2024. He also admitted to possessing the Class A drug remifentanil. The court ordered Patel to return for sentencing at a later date.
What punishment did Ali Zaman receive for assault and property damage?
In a report by Holly Brencher of the Guardian Series, Ali Zaman, aged 38, from Betchworth Road, Ilford, assaulted Ramzan Nazir and caused criminal damage to car keys on 7 September 2024. Barkingside Magistrates’ Court sentenced him to a community order, which includes 18 months of mental health treatment and 20 days of rehabilitation activity.
What offence did Rajandeep Singh commit and how was he sentenced?
Holly Brencher of Guardian Series reported that Rajandeep Singh, 33, who has no fixed address, admitted to stealing three bottles of tequila worth £41.97 from Lidl in Ilford on 10 May. He was fined £80 and ordered to pay £85 in costs.
Was the case against Daniel Matacino upheld?
According to Holly Brencher of Guardian Series, the charge against Daniel Matacino, of Romford Road, E7, for allegedly breaching a community protection notice by entering East Ham, was withdrawn following a hearing at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on 12 May 2025.
What led to James Lear’s remand and what were the charges?
Holly Brencher of Guardian Series stated that James Lear, aged 59, of Braintree Road, Dagenham, was found guilty of assaulting Daniaal Sajeel on 9 August 2024 in Barking. He also admitted to possessing cannabis on the same date. The court remanded him in custody ahead of sentencing.
Why was Abdul Raziq ordered to pay compensation?
According to Holly Brencher from Guardian Series, Abdul Raziq, 24, of Retingham Way, Chingford, pleaded guilty to damaging televisions during two separate incidents at Ladbrokes in Barking in 2024. The damaged items were valued at over £5,000. The court ordered Raziq to complete 80 hours of unpaid work and pay £2,400 in compensation.
What does this reflect about crime and justice in East London?
These recent proceedings at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court highlight the diverse nature of offences being tried — from theft and drug possession to assaults on emergency workers, which remain a persistent concern. The decisions made reflect a judicial approach that balances community protection, rehabilitation, and financial restitution.
