Tragic Lorry Horror: 39 Dead Found in Freezer Trailer from Belgium

Bodies Discovered in Back of Freezer Lorry

The frozen bodies of 39 victims were found stuffed in the trailer of a lorry. The vehicle had arrived by ferry from Zeebrugge, Belgium, early on October 23, 2019.

Suspect Nabbed in Romania

Marius Mihai Dragici, 49, was arrested by Romanian police last August. He is set to appear at chelmsford/" title="Chelmsford" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court this Saturday, charged over the tragedy.

Serious Charges Laid

Dragici faces 39 counts of manslaughter and conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration. The horrifying incident shocked the UK and Europe alike.

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