World Immigration News

Trial starts of Bangladeshi couple charged with immigration fraud

Release Date
2025-03-06
Media
Radio New Zealand
Summary
Jahangir Alam, a Bangladeshi man, is facing 29 charges related to immigration fraud, including using a false identity, making false representations, and using forged travel documents. Alam and his wife Taj Shiilpi are on trial in Auckland District Court, where they deny all charges. Prosecutors allege that Alam used his younger brother's passport to enter New Zealand in 2000, despite his brother moving to the US in 1997. Alam's true identity remains unknown. His lawyer argued that Alam was using his own name and urged the jury to keep an open mind as the trial continues.
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NEW ZEALAND