Woman appears in court charged with the murder of 5-year-old in Essex

The youngster's family payed tribute to the “beautiful young soul" last week

Lincoln Button
Author: Isabella HudsonPublished 23rd Dec 2024
Last updated 23rd Dec 2024

A woman has appeared in court charged with the murder of a five-year-old boy in Essex.

Claire Button, 35, appeared at Southend Magistrates' Court today (23 December) charged over the death of Lincoln Button.

The defendant, of Windstar Drive, South Ockendon, wore a grey sweatshirt and spoke only to confirm her identity during the two-minute hearing.

According to Essex Police, officers worked alongside paramedics to try and save Lincoln's life after being called to an address in Windstar Drive, South Ockendon, on December 15.

Police had initially responded to reports of serious concerns for the welfare of a child and a woman, the force added.

A woman was taken to hospital for treatment and her condition improved, according to police.

Button was remanded in custody and is due to appear before Chelmsford Crown Court via video-link tomorrow (December 24).

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