Body Found in Wheelie Bin on Plymouth Hoe
Mohamed Abotaka charged with murder; police seek victim's next of kin amid ongoing investigation.
Sarah Connor
A body was discovered in a wheelie bin in Plymouth Hoe on Wednesday morning.
The grim discovery was made around 6:40 am. Authorities work to locate the victim’s next of kin; Ali Barzai is believed to be of North African heritage.
Mohamed Abotaka, 36, faces a murder charge in connection with the death. He is understood to be from Syria.
Abotaka is due to appear at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court on Monday. A heightened police presence will remain in the area in the coming days.
A suspect is due to appear in court charged with murder and we would urge people not to speculate on this case, especially on social media, and risk prejudicing these ongoing proceedings.
Chris Lithgow stated, "A suspect is due to appear in court charged with murder and we would urge people not to speculate on this case, especially on social media, and risk prejudicing these ongoing proceedings."
Lithgow added, "We understand this incident has caused concern within the local community, and I would encourage any members of the public with concerns to contact us."