Family Found Stashed in Lorry Trailer from Europe
A man, woman, and child were shockingly discovered hiding inside a lorry trailer transported from mainland Europe. Police were called to the Selwood water pump company at Chandler’s Ford industrial estate in Hampshire on Wednesday afternoon after the lorry driver raised the alarm.
Police Make Arrests Over Immigration Offence
Hampshire Constabulary arrested two men and a woman on suspicion of immigration offences. All remain in custody as investigations continue. The Home Office confirmed at least one of the men is Sudanese and said:
“His case is being progressed in line with the immigration rules. Where someone has no right to remain in the UK, we will take action to remove them.”
Driver’s Quick Thinking Sparks Police Response
A Selwood staff member at the security gate tipped off police after the lorry driver expressed concerns there could be people inside the vehicle. The lorry, which had made its way from Germany, was about to make a delivery to Selwood.
The police managed the situation promptly, securing the trailer on site at Chandler’s Ford for further investigation.
