Man Found Dead Near Essex Industrial Estate
The body of 43-year-old Koray Alpergin was discovered near Oakwood Hill Industrial Estate at just before midnight on Saturday, 15 October. Essex Police pronounced him dead at the scene.
Kidnapping Shocker in Enfield
The Metropolitan Police took over the investigation after officers had been searching for Koray and a 33-year-old woman reported missing on Friday, 14 October. They vanished from their home in Ebony Crescent, Enfield, the night before. The pair were known to each other.
The woman has since been found safe and unharmed.
Four Arrests Made Over Murder
- Three men were arrested on suspicion of murder in Kent on Sunday, 16 October.
- A fourth man, 55, was arrested in Tottenham on Monday, 17 October.
All remain in police custody.
Investigation Reveals Chilling Details
Detective Chief Inspector Kate Kieran said: “This is an extremely fast-paced and complex investigation involving multiple crime scenes. We believe Koray and the woman were forced into a white van outside their home at around 10:30pm on Thursday, 13 October.”
She appealed: “If anyone was in the area at that time and saw anything, no matter how small, please get in touch with us. Check doorbell and dash cam footage – you might have captured vital evidence.”
She added that investigators suspect the kidnappers knew Koray and this was not a random attack. “We are doing everything to uncover the full story and bring those responsible to justice,” she said.
