Detectives want to speak to Christopher Hughes (left) and his brother, Ronan Hughes
Detectives investigating the deaths want to speak to Ronan Hughes, 40, from Armagh in Northern Ireland and his brother Christopher, 34, also from Armagh.
Ronan is also known as ‘Rowan.’
The brothers are believed to be in Northern Ireland but they also have links to the Republic of Ireland.
Enquiries are continuing after 39 bodies were found in the back of a lorry on the Waterglade Industrial Park in Grays on Wednesday, 23 October.
Detective Chief Superintendent, Stuart Hooper, who’s leading the investigation, said: “Finding and speaking to the Hughes brothers is crucial to our investigation.
“If you know where they are or have any information about their whereabouts I need you to call my team.
“This is a case where 39 men and women have tragically died and support from the community is going to be vital to help bring those responsible to justice.
“You may think the piece of information might be insignificant but even the smallest detail could be vital.”
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police on 101 or online at: https://mipp.police.uk.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Maurice Robinson, 25, from Northern Ireland, has been charged with 39 counts of manslaughter, conspiracy to traffic people, conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration, and money laundering.
He is next due to appear at the Old Bailey on Monday, 25 November.
A 38 year-old man, a 38 year-old woman, and a 46 year-old man were also arrested but have all been released on bail until November.
Tags: Purfleet, Grays, Thurrock, West Thurrock
