Police reveal identities of men found in suitcases near Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol

A man has been charged with double murder in the deaths of two men whose remains were found in suitcases near the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol last week. The Metropolitan Police said Yostin Andres Mosquera, 34, of Scotts Road in London, has been charged with double murder and will appear at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Monday.

The men whose remains were discovered in suitcases next to the bridge in Bristol are, according to the Metropolitan Police, 62-year-old Albert Alfonso and 71-year-old Paul Longworth, who had previously been in a relationship.

The couple still lived together in a flat in Shepherd’s Bush, west London, and were known to the suspect, police said. Mr Longworth was British, while Mr Alfonso was originally from France but had acquired British citizenship, police added.

The investigation’s findings so far do not point to a homophobic motive, police said, but under national guidelines the incident has been classified as a hate crime. Assistant Chief Constable Andy Valentine said: “My thoughts are first and foremost with Albert and Paul’s loved ones as they come to terms with this terrible news.”

“While we do not believe any of them had close relatives, we have identified additional relatives who have been informed and are being assisted by specialist officers. We are continuing to try to identify additional family members.

“I know this horrific incident will cause concern not only to the residents of Shepherd’s Bush, but to the LGBTQ+ community across London. I hope you find it somewhat reassuring that, although enquiries are ongoing and the investigation is at a relatively early stage, we are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with the two murders.

“Since the identities of the two victims and their sexualities were established, officers have been working with the nationwide LGBTQ+ Independent Advisory Group (IAG). Their advice, expertise and support for the investigation has been extremely valuable.

“We will continue to work with them and with other partners, including local IAGs, as investigations and police action continue.”