Co.Armagh lorry driver admits plans to assist unlawful immigration

You are viewing content from Q Newry and Mourne 100.5. Would you like to make this your preferred location?

Monday, 25 November 2019 10:37

By David Hunter

Q Radio news

A Co.Armagh driver arrested over the deaths of 39 people in a lorry in Essex, has admitted plotting to assist illegal immigration.

Maurice 'Mo' Robinson's cab was attached to the refrigerated trailer in which the bodies were discovered last month.

The 25 year-old from Laurel Drive in Craigavon, is also charged with the manslaughter of 39 people.

However he didn't enter a plea on those counts at the Old Bailey in London.

A 23 year old man from Co.Armagh will appear in Chelmsford Magistrates court in Essex today charged with Human trafficking offences.

He's Christopher Kennedy with an address at Corkley Road in Darkley.

Search

Sign up for the Thank Q Club and receive exclusive offers, fun competitions and amazing prizes - it's quick and easy to do!

Download the Q Radio app to keep listening, wherever you are! It's available on Apple and Android devices.

Download from the App Store Download from Google Play