Ethiopian Asylum Seeker Convicted of Assault, Sparking Protests

An Ethiopian asylum seeker named Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu was found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage girl and another woman.

The events began when he attempted to kiss the girl after she offered him pizza.

After his arrest, angry protests took place outside the Bell Hotel in Epping, where he was staying.

These protests highlighted the rising concerns in the community over immigration and public safety.

Local authorities initially attempted to prevent asylum seekers from being housed in the hotel, but a government appeal overturned this decision.

The government is planning to end the use of hotels for housing migrants.