Tributes to ‘fun, bright’ boy, 13, killed in crash

Tributes to ‘fun, bright’ boy, 13, killed in crash

Family Eulogizes 13-Year-Old Boy Killed in Flitwick Collision

On Friday night, a tragic collision on Greenfield Road in Flitwick, Bedfordshire, claimed the life of 13-year-old Noah Campbell. The incident, which happened at 23:50 BST, involved a car, bicycle, and scooter. Two other teenagers were seriously injured in the accident.

“He cherished the time he spent with friends and family, who were the core of his happiness. Football was his passion, but he also shone in rugby, cricket, and athletics,” the family said in a statement.

Noah’s loved ones described him as “fun, bright, handsome, and athletic,” emphasizing his widespread appeal. His passing has left a lasting void, as stated in the family’s tribute: “Noah’s death has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever.”

Following the crash, police announced charges against two individuals. Jamie Fountain, 24, from Fir Tree Close, Flitwick, faces multiple offenses, including causing death by careless driving and operating while over the legal limit for alcohol and drugs. He is also linked to two serious injury charges. Additionally, he has been accused of failing to stop at the scene, not reporting the accident, and conspiring to obstruct justice.

“Jamie Fountain was charged with causing death by careless driving and causing death by careless driving while over the legal limit for alcohol and drugs. He also faces two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving in relation to the other two boys who were injured.”

Ellie Ireland, 23, from Wingate Drive, Ampthill, has been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. Both are scheduled to appear before Luton Magistrates’ Court on Monday. Of the two boys hospitalized, one remains in critical condition, while the other has since been discharged.

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