Abusive nursery worker's deportation 'horrendous'
Summary
A nursery worker in west London, Roksana Lecka, was jailed for abusing 21 babies but was deported to Poland after serving less than 15% of her sentence under an early release program. Parents of the abused children say the early release and deportation decision undermines the justice system and fear she may harm children again since she faces no further punishment in Poland.Key Facts
- Roksana Lecka abused 21 babies at two nurseries in London between October 2023 and June 2024.
- She was sentenced to eight years in prison in September 2024 but released after 14 months due to an Early Release Scheme.
- Lecka was deported to Poland and is banned from returning to the UK for life.
- Parents say the early release and deportation feel unfair and hurt their sense of justice.
- The Early Release Scheme was introduced in 2024 due to overcrowding in prisons.
- Officials warned Polish authorities about Lecka’s convictions, but she may not face further legal action there.
- Some victims still suffer trauma from the abuse, including ongoing emotional effects.
- Families had little notice before Lecka’s deportation, adding to their distress.
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