Claire Button has been indicted for murder in connection with the death of five-year-old Lincoln Button in South Ockendon. Essex Police announced that its investigators are still conducting a “highly sensitive investigation” on an incident that occurred on Windstar Drive on the afternoon of Sunday, December 15, one week prior.
Law enforcement officials collaborated with paramedics in an attempt to preserve Lincoln Button’s life following a call to the location. They immediately reacted to allegations indicating significant worries regarding the wellbeing of a child and a woman. The woman was admitted to the hospital for treatment, and her health improved. Claire Button has since been released into prison and interrogated.
In connection with the ongoing police investigation, 35-year-old Claire Button, residing on Windstar Drive in South Ockendon, has been charged with murder. She is scheduled to appear at Southend Magistrates’ Court on Monday, December 23.
Detective Chief Inspector Alan Blakesley, who is overseeing the Essex Police probe, stated: “This remains an exceedingly intricate inquiry into the demise of a young child.” The investigation team and I extend our condolences to the family of Lincoln Button as we continue to provide support during this difficult period.
“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.
“Any case as harrowing as this will understandably attract attention. But, as we move to the point of charge, the time has come to respect the judicial process and to continue allowing Lincoln’s family privacy and the space to grieve.”
UPDATE 26.12.24
A woman charged with the murder of her five-year-old son has been placed in custody by a judge after her initial court appearance.
Claire Button, accused of murdering Lincoln Button, appeared via video link from HMP Peterborough during a hearing at Chelmsford Crown Court on Tuesday.
According to Essex Police, the kid succumbed to injuries sustained during an incident on Windstar Drive, South Ockendon, on Sunday, December 15.
Law enforcement was sent to the location due to grave worries over the well-being of a youngster and a mother. During the court proceedings on Tuesday, the 35-year-old Button merely affirmed her identity and was not required to submit a plea.
No bail application was submitted.
Judge Christopher Morgan ordered Button to be held in jail until a plea hearing is scheduled at Basildon Crown Court on 20 January.
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