Woman, 35, charged over death of five-year-old boy
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A 35-year-old woman has been charged with murder following the death of a five-year-old boy in Essex. Lincoln Button died on 15 December following an incident in Windstar Drive, South Ockendon, on Sunday, 15 December, Essex Police said. Police were called to the scene following reports of serious concerns for the welfare of a child and a woman, and officers worked alongside paramedics in an attempt to save Lincoln.
A woman was taken to hospital for treatment following the incident. Her condition has since improved, and she has been questioned by police, according to the force. Claire Button, 35, of Windstar Drive, South Ockendon, has been charged with murder, Essex Police said.
She is due to appear at Southend Magistrates' Court on Monday. Follow our channel and never miss an update. Detective chief inspector Alan Blakesley described the case as an "immensely complex investigation". "It has taken a huge amount of work and dedication from the investigative team to reach this stage in our investigation and I would continue to call upon the public to refrain from speculating about the circumstances around this case," he said.
Be the first to get Breaking News. Install the Sky News app for free. Read more from Sky News:Boy killed in Christmas market attack namedAt least 38 killed in bus crash in Brazil. Lincoln's family paid tribute to him, saying: "Link was a cherished, loved, sweet, beautiful young soul who was adored by all and will be sorely missed every day.".
