The brother of a man tragically killed in a plane crash in Essex is raising funds to bring his body home.
Vamshi Krishna Mandala sadly lost his life along with another person on June 30 following a plane crash in a field off Mill Lane, Ongar.
A two-seater Cessna aircraft took off from North Weald Airfield that afternoon on a short flying experience flight, however it did not return.
Police received reports at 12.30pm that a small aircraft had crashed into a field in Essex.
Two people sadly died in the crash.
Vamshi has since been identified as one of those casualties in the crash.
It's understood the 30-minute flight was a celebration for the recent completion of his master's degree from the University of East London.
His brother, Nitesh Krishna Mandala, is now appealing for donations to cover the costs of repatriating Vamshi's body to India for a traditional farewell.
In a heartfelt message on GoFundMe, Nitesh said: "Our family is devastated by this sudden loss.
"No words can describe the pain of losing a loving son, brother, and friend so unexpectedly.
"While we continue to grieve, we are also facing the difficult and expensive process of bringing Vamshi's mortal remains back to India so that our family can perform his last rites according to our traditions and give him the farewell he deserves."
The funds will cover the repatriation, funeral, and last rites, as well as transportation, documentation, and other related expenses.
Nitesh added: "Every contribution, no matter how small, will help us bring Vamshi home.
"If you are unable to donate, we kindly ask that you share this fundraiser with your family, friends, and community.
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"Your support, prayers, and kindness mean more to us than words can express during this incredibly difficult time.
"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with our family and helping us give Vamshi the dignified farewell he deserves."
The fundraiser has almost raised £9,000 so far.
Investigations into the plane crash at the scene in Ongar have since ended.
Essex Police and Air Accident Investigation Branch completed their searches at the field off Mill Lane on July 2.
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