A man labelled as one of Britain's most persistent train fare dodgers is now confronting the possibility of a prison sentence after being convicted of evading payment on more than £3,000 worth of rail journeys.
A Prolific Pattern of Fare Evasion
Charles Brohiri, aged 29, has accumulated a staggering 112 convictions for travelling on trains without a valid ticket. His extensive campaign of fare dodging spanned nearly two years, systematically defrauding the rail network of a significant sum of money. The scale and duration of his offending have marked him out as a particularly prolific offender in the eyes of the authorities.
Defying Court Orders and Bail Conditions
Remarkably, Brohiri's unlawful activity continued even after he faced initial court proceedings. As part of his bail conditions, he was explicitly banned from using Thameslink stations and trains. Despite this legal prohibition, he reportedly carried on evading fares, with offences occurring just days before a subsequent court appearance. This blatant disregard for court orders has undoubtedly aggravated his legal situation.
Substantial Financial and Legal Repercussions
Brohiri now faces severe consequences for his actions. The court is considering a custodial sentence, meaning he could be sent to jail. Furthermore, he is expected to repay the full amount of the unpaid fares, which exceeds £3,000. On top of this restitution, he must cover significant court costs and outstanding fines, a combined financial penalty totalling tens of thousands of pounds.
Sentencing in the case has been adjourned until 11 February 2026 to allow for the preparation of a pre-sentence report. During this period, Brohiri has been released on bail. The final decision will determine whether one of the country's most notorious fare evaders serves time behind bars for his costly and repeated deception.
