TWO victims whose remains were found in suitcases on Clifton Suspension Bridge and a flat in Shepherd’s Bush have been identified.
They have been named as Albert Alfonso and Paul Longworth — with a suspect charged for their murders on July 15.
Albert Alfonso, 62, was originally from France, but had obtained British citizenship.
His and Paul’s remains were found in two suitcases on Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol on July 10, 2024.
The bulging red luggage, which was partly wrapped with cellophane, can be seen in footage obtained by The Sun on Sunday.
A man was also captured on video fleeing the scene while twice stammering: “My boss is really bad.” in Spanish.
Further body parts were found during a raid on a flat in Shepherd’s Bush, west London on July 12.
Prior to the raid on the west London address, officers said that a man, 36, was arrested in Greenwich, east London — he has since been released without charge.
Sources said two men, one of whom was a wheelchair user, resided at the flat and had planned to travel to Bristol
A shocked neighbour said: “This is all very distressing.
“We’re worried sick about what might have gone on under our noses.”
Albert and Paul had previously been in a relationship and still lived together at the flat in Scotts Road.
Paul Longworth was a 71-year-old British man.
His remains were found in multiple suitcases on July 10 and 12 — along with those of his former partner Albert.
The suspect in the gruesome killings, Colombian national Yostin Andres Mosquera, will appear in court on July 15 charged with two counts of murder.
The Met arrested Mosquera in Bristol in the early hours of Saturday, July 13.
I know that this awful incident will cause concern not just among residents in Shepherds Bush but in the wider LGBTQ+ community across London
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Andy Valentine
Both victims were known to the man arrested as he had been staying with them at their flat for a short period of time.
Armed cops swarmed the man at Temple Meads Station in Bristol, with police later confirming they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the crime.
Police said that the evidence gathered so far does not suggest there was a homophobic motive for the murders.
But officers have followed national guidelines, including initially categorising the incident as a hate crime.
Police are making thorough enquiries to establish whether there may be any linked offences, either in the UK or overseas, but so far none have been discovered.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Andy Valentine said: “My thoughts are first and foremost with Albert and Paul’s loved ones who are coming to terms with this terrible news.
“While we do not believe either of them had any close family, we have identified other next of kin who have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
“We are continuing to try and identify any extended family members.
“I know that this awful incident will cause concern not just among residents in Shepherds Bush but in the wider LGBTQ+ community across London.
“I hope it will be of some reassurance that whilst enquiries are still ongoing and the investigation is at a relatively early stage, we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the two murders.
“Officers have worked with the pan-London LGBTQ+ Independent Advisory Group (IAG) since the identity of the two victims and their sexuality was established.
“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 the investigation and the policing response continues.”
Wednesday, July 10
11.57pm – Avon and Somerset Police are informed of a man acting suspiciously – including allegedly dumping a suitcase – on Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol.
Police arrive within 10 minutes but he has already fled; a second suitcase is found nearby.
Thursday, July 11
Police release a CCTV image of man they wish to speak to; he is described as Black with a beard; police confirm suitcases contained human remains.
Friday, July 12
Police confirm the remains are of two unidentified adult men as Scotland Yard takes over the manhunt.
A crime scene is erected 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.
Cops reveal more human remains found at Shepherd’s Bush flat as suspect named.
Police then named a 34-year-old man they were searching for as Colombian national Yostin Andres Mosquera.
Saturday, July 13
Met Police arrest a man, 34, in the early hours of the morning in Bristol.
The man was arrested at Temple Meads Station after armed cops swarmed and was being taken to London for questioning.
Monday, July 15
Yostin Andres Mosquera is charged with two counts of murder; victims named as former couple 62-year-old Albert Alfonso and 71-year-old Paul Longworth.
