A notorious Czech drug dealer, Patrik Durac, who’s been kicked out of the UK multiple times, has been caught red-handed sneaking back in using a fake passport.
Deported But Defiant – Caught at Holyhead
The 27-year-old was nabbed at Holyhead port, Wales, on December 5 carrying false ID under the name “Martin Rafael.” Durac is subject to an indefinite deportation order slapped on him in 2023.
Despite being booted out repeatedly, Durac cheekily posted a snap on social media in October 2024 from Stoke-on-Trent. He wore a flashy £1,500 Moncler jacket and gave a two-finger salute, his face hidden. A mate commented: “You’re back UK yes.”
Criminal Record Reads Like a Crime Thriller
- 2019: Jailed 10 months for a brutal “revenge” attack at Hanley Bus Station, punching and kicking a man in front of kids and elderly passengers.
- 2021: Served 14 months after £1,490 worth of heroin and cocaine were found in his car.
- October 2022: Jailed 8 months for illegal re-entry attempt at Holyhead.
- 2023: Hit with an indefinite deportation order.
- March 2025: Removed again for immigration offences — yet he kept coming back.
Prosecutor James Neary told Llandudno magistrates’ court: “He’s deliberately obtained that passport to facilitate illegal entry. He’s been involved in criminal activity throughout his time in the UK.”
Durac tried to bluff border officers but was fingerprinted and caught out. At court, he even claimed, “I have never heard of Patrik Durac. I don’t know him.”
Exploiting Free Movement & Dodging the System
Durac exploited freedom of movement rules by ferrying back and forth from Ireland to Holyhead. He reportedly changed his name in the Czech Republic to “Martin Rafael” to get fake docs.
He also claimed to have an “incurable” condition to avoid work and had his asylum bid and EU Settlement Scheme application refused.
Community Outraged, Calls for Tighter Borders
Jonathan Gullis, Mayor of Kidsgrove, blasted:
“This violent, convicted drug dealer was supposedly deported for good, yet he’s sneaked back time and again, spreading fear in our communities. People want proper border controls to stop foreign offenders treating our borders like a revolving door.”
The Home Office hit back:
“Everyone entering the UK must comply with immigration rules. Anyone breaching deportation orders will be detained and removed. The Home Secretary has unveiled sweeping reforms to remove incentives attracting illegal migrants and ensure the removal of those with no right to remain.”
Durac faces sentencing in the New Year and will spend Christmas behind bars.
