Vasile Bombonel's prison sentence reduced, potential early release by 2027
Romanian national Vasile Bombonel had his prison sentence reduced by Wollongong District Court, allowing for potential early release by October 2027. Bombonel, 38, pleaded guilty to 24 theft charges targeting elderly women in NSW, earning over $26,500 before his arrest. The judge noted concerns over his motives but accepted the defense's argument for a reduced non-parole period.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 09:45 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 09:50 UTC
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