Family pay tribute to 17 year old killed in Hemblington crash

Charles Bennington has been called a 'treasured gift of a child' by family

17 year old Charles Bennington
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 7th Mar 2023

The family of a teenage boy killed in a crash last week east of Norwich have paid tribute, saying he "inspired love, kindness and respect".

17 year old Charles Bennington was fatally injured sometime between 8.45pm on Tuesday 27 February and 8am Wednesday 1 March on Pedham Road, Hemblington.

A blue Isuzu Trooper is believed to have left the road and collided with a tree

Paying tribute, his family said: “Charles was the most treasured gift of a child. He brought us love, joy and amazement.”

“Although only 17, he inspired love, kindness and respect to all, living life to the full. Charles loved working for HG Wells Intervention Oil Services undertaking his apprenticeship role with a real zest of inspiration and achievement.”

“He was a dear friend to many and loved by all who knew him. Charles will be very sadly missed but always remembered with love and fun.”

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