Arson plotter deported after targeting Keir Starmer’s homes

Stanislav Carpiuc, a 28-year-old Romanian national, has been deported from the UK following his conviction for involvement in a series of arson attacks targeting properties linked to former prime minister Sir Keir Starmer ^[1]. The Home Office confirmed the move, stating Carpiuc is now subject to a re-entry ban ^[2].

Carpiuc was one of two individuals recruited by a Russian-speaking Telegram account named El Money to carry out attacks in North London last May. His friend, 22-year-old Ukrainian builder Roman Lavrynovych, was the primary perpetrator, convicted of damaging two properties by fire and being reckless about endangering lives ^[2].

The attacks included setting fire to a Toyota RAV4 once owned by Starmer, followed by fires at the front doors of two homes, including the prime minister’s former residence in Kentish Town ^[2]. The blaze at the Kentish Town property was reported the following morning, shortly after a fire was first detected at a nearby Islington building managed by a company previously linked to Starmer.

Judith Alexander, who was living in the Kentish Town home with her partner and daughter at the time, said she heard two loud bangs before seeing an orange glow near the front door ^[2]. She described her fear at the thought of what might have happened had she not woken up.

Prosecutor Duncan Atkinson KC stated the fire posed an 'obvious' risk to occupants as it spread into the hallway ^[2]. Lavrynovych was sentenced to seven years in prison, while Carpiuc received a two-year sentence for conspiracy to damage property by fire.

Carpiuc was arrested at Luton Airport and, as a foreign national offender, was referred for deportation as soon as possible ^[2]. His legal team argued he acted as a 'money man' and was motivated by helping his friend, who needed funds for his father’s medical treatment. He was not expected to benefit financially from the scheme.

The Home Office said the convictions send a clear message: 'You will be caught and face severe consequences' ^[2]. The case is linked to a broader Russian online sabotage network, according to reports. The story was first reported by Sky News and The Independent.