The bodies of 39 people have been found in a lorry container in Essex.
“We have arrested the lorry driver in connection with the incident, who remains in police custody as our inquiries continue,” Police said.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was “appalled by this tragic incident”.
He said, “I know that the thoughts and prayers of all members will be with those who lost their lives and their loved ones. I’m receiving regular updates. The Home Office will work closely with Essex Police as we establish exactly what has happened.”
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The lorry driver, a 25 year old man from Northern Ireland, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Essex Police said the vehicle travelled from Bulgaria and entered the UK via Holyhead, Anglesey, on Saturday.
The Police force said that 38 adults and one teenager have died, and unfortunately, there were no survivors.
Deputy Chief Constable Pippa Mills said identifying the victims “remains our number one priority”.
She has appealed for information from people who saw the truck in transit, or anyone who has information regarding the route it took; she tells them to get in touch.
We have set up a casualty bureau for people to call if they are concerned about relatives following the incident in #Grays.
The Casualty Bureau Numbers are 0800 056 0944 for callers living in the UK, or 0207 158 0010 for callers dialling from outside the UK. pic.twitter.com/hP9GydBFge
— Essex Police (@EssexPoliceUK) October 23, 2019
