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Fundraiser launched to repatriate Alexandru Constantinescu, from Romania, after Dunkirk caravan site 'murder' near Canterbury and Faversham

10:31, 12 April 2019

updated: 10:40, 12 April 2019

The family and friends of a 30-year-old victim of suspected murder are appealing for help repatriating his body.

Alexandru Constantinescu, who was from Romania, was stabbed at the Brotherhood Wood caravan site near Dunkirk, between Canterbury and Faversham, on Sunday evening.

It is thought Mr Constantinescu, who died from his wounds, worked as an apple picker for Pro-Force Ltd, a Maidstone-based firm which provides labour to the horticultural, agricultural and industrial sectors.

The 30-year-old is thought to have a young daughter
The 30-year-old is thought to have a young daughter

Friends say he had a young daughter and came from a modest family, and had moved to the UK for "a better living".

A fundraising page has now been set up to help return Mr Constantinescu's body to his home country.

The appeal, which this morning had raised more than half of its target of 3,500 euros, says "he was young, out of the country for a better living to help his family, raise his little girl."

Mr Constantinescu had moved to the UK to earn a better living
Mr Constantinescu had moved to the UK to earn a better living
Alexandru Constantinescu (8477263)
Alexandru Constantinescu (8477263)

"Unfortunately criminal hands have interrupted this dream, now Alexander will be home in a coffin.

"Let's help take Alexander to rest in the earth."

Dumitru Palazu, 48, has been charged with murder and is due to appear at Maidstone Crown Court today.

To donate to the appeal, click here.

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