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Published: 2:27 am January 4, 2025
Updated: 12:19 pm October 8, 2025
Halifax Man Jailed for Selling Illegal Firesticks with Pirated Content

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A man who profited from selling illegally modified TV Firestick devices that provided unauthorised access to premium subscription services has been jailed for two years.

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Sunny Kanda, 41, of Creek View, Wheatley, was sentenced at York Crown Court on Friday, January 3, after admitting to fraud, copyright infringement, and concealing bank transfers linked to his criminal activity.

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£108,000 Fraudulent Profits

Kanda sold the illegal devices via Facebook, allowing buyers to access premium content from platforms such as Sky, BT Sport, Disney+, and Netflix without paying legitimate subscription fees.
Authorities are urging anyone with information on pirated streaming services to report it to Crimestoppers or their local authorities.

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