Body of Missing Chelmsford Man Cumali Turhan Found at Essex Landfill – Suspect Flees UK After 45-Day Hunt

Liam Cooper

Body Found in Essex Landfill in Missing Man Case

Body of Missing Man Found After 45-Day Search

46-year-old Cumali Turhan vanished from 123 on 23 December.
Ilie pleaded not guilty to assisting an offender in a murder and preventing lawful burial.
He remains in custody awaiting trial next September.

Family Informed and Supported

Police have notified Cumali Turhan’s family, providing specialist support during this heartbreaking time. Authorities request privacy for the family and friends as the investigation continues.

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