A grandmother who was allegedly attacked by a recently released detainee has reached out to the immigration minister with pressing questions, sparking calls for his dismissal. Ninette Simons, 73, and her husband Phillip, 76, were victims of a home invasion in Perth on April 16, where three men posed as police officers. Majid Jamshidi Doukoshkan, 43, was identified as one of the assailants.
Jamshidi Doukoshkan was among the 154 men released from immigration detention following a High Court ruling against indefinite confinement. Ms. Simons expressed her disappointment to Immigration Minister Andrew Giles, questioning why Jamshidi Doukoshkan’s ankle monitoring bracelet was removed before the attack despite previous offenses.
Despite the traumatic incident, Ms. Simons remains shaken and concerned for her safety. The Federal Opposition has demanded accountability from Mr. Giles and Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil, urging their immediate removal if they cannot ensure such incidents will not recur.
The attack has left Ms. Simons severely injured and traumatized, impacting her daily life significantly. Jamshidi Doukoshkan is back in custody and is set to appear in court on June 10. The Australian Border Force continues to work closely with state and territory authorities to ensure community safety.