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Who were Albert Alfonso and Paul Longworth?

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TWO victims whose remains were found in suitcases on the Clifton Suspension Bridge and in a flat in Shepherd’s Bush have been identified.

The two are Albert Alfonso and Paul Longworth. One suspect was charged with the murders on July 15.

Suspect Yostin Andres Mosquera with victims Albert Alfonso and Paul Longworth

Who was Albert Alfonso?

Albert Alfonso, 62, was originally from France but had obtained British citizenship.

His and Paul’s remains were found in two suitcases on the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol on July 10, 2024.

Further body parts were found during a raid on a flat in Shepherd’s Bush, west London, on 12 July.

Before the raid on the west London address, officers said a 36-year-old man had been arrested in Greenwich, east London – he has since been released without charge.

Albert and Paul had previously been in a relationship and still lived together in the flat on Scotts Road.

Who was Paul Longworth?

Paul Longworth was a 71-year-old British man.

His remains were found in several suitcases on July 10 and 12 – together with those of his former partner Albert.

Colombian citizen Yostin Andres Mosquera will appear in court on July 15 on charges of double murder.

Police arrested Mosquera in Bristol in the early hours of Saturday, July 13.

I know that this horrific incident will cause concern not only to the residents of Shepherd’s Bush, but to the LGBTQ+ community across London.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Andy Valentine

Both victims were known to the arrested man because he had stayed with them in their apartment for a short time.

Armed police surrounded the man at Temple Meads Station in Bristol. Police later confirmed they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the crime.

According to police, the evidence collected so far does not indicate that the murders were motivated by homophobia.

However, officers followed national guidelines and initially classified the incident as a hate crime.

Police are conducting extensive investigations to determine whether there are any related crimes in the UK or abroad, but none have been discovered so far.

Assistant Commissioner Andy Valentine said: “My thoughts are first and foremost with Albert and Paul’s families as they come to terms with this terrible news.

“While we do not believe either of them had close relatives, we have identified additional relatives who have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

“We are continuing to try to identify other family members.

The bridge in Bristol was closed while police collected evidence

“I know this horrific incident will cause concern not only to the residents of Shepherd’s Bush, but to the entire LGBTQ+ community across London.

“I hope it will give you some reassurance that we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the two murders, even though the investigation is still ongoing and at a relatively early stage.

“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 were extremely valuable.

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

Timeline of the gruesome discovery

Wednesday, July 10

11:57 p.m. – Avon and Somerset Police are informed of a man behaving suspiciously on the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol – among other things, he is said to have thrown away a suitcase.

The police arrive within 10 minutes, but he has already fled; a second suitcase is found nearby.

Thursday, July 11

Police released a surveillance image of the man they wanted to speak to. He is described as a black man with a beard. Police confirmed that suitcases contained human remains.

Friday, July 12

Police confirm the remains are those of two unidentified adult men, while Scotland Yard is taking over the manhunt.

A crime scene is set up at a property in Shepherd’s Bush, west London, before a 36-year-old man is arrested in Greenwich, east London, but released without charge.

Police announce discovery of further human remains in Shepherd’s Bush apartment, suspect named.

The police then identified the wanted 34-year-old man as Colombian citizen Yostin Andres Mosquera.

Saturday, July 13

The Metropolitan Police arrested a 34-year-old man in Bristol in the early hours of this morning.

The man was arrested at Temple Meads station after being surrounded by armed police and taken to London for questioning.

Monday, July 15

Yostin Andres Mosquera is accused of double murder; the victims are the former couple Albert Alfonso (62) and Paul Longworth (71).

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