Family of 13-year-old boy who died in Flitwick crash 'utterly devastated' - as man and woman charged

The family of a 13-year-old boy who died in a crash in Bedfordshire have said they are "utterly devastated".

The teenager, identified as Noah Campbell, died after a car was involved in a crash with him and two other teenage boys on Friday night in Flitwick.

Two of the boys were riding a bike, and another was on a scooter.

Noah's family said his death "has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever".

In the statement issued by Bedfordshire Police on Sunday, the family said: "Noah was a fun, bright, handsome, athletic and incredibly well-liked boy.

"Above all else, he cherished spending time with his friends and family; they were the heart of his world."

They added: "Noah was a talented and versatile sportsman. While football was his favourite sport - playing for many local teams - he was a gifted all-rounder who excelled in rugby, cricket and athletics. Outside of organised sports, Noah stayed active and adventurous; he loved challenging himself at the gym and spending time at the bike park.

"Some of his happiest memories were made enjoying attending Liverpool FC and Luton Town FC matches alongside his dad.

"We would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support during this incredibly difficult time.

One of the other boys injured in the crash remains in hospital in a serious condition, while the other was treated for serious injuries and has been discharged, police said.

They added a man and a woman have been charged in connection with the crash.

Jamie Fountain, 24, was charged with causing death by careless driving, and an additional charge of causing death by careless driving while over the legal limit for alcohol and drugs.

He was also charged with two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving in relation to two other boys who were injured in the incident, and further charged with failing to stop at the scene of an accident, failing to report an accident and conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.

Ellie Ireland, 23, of Ampthill, has been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.

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They have both been remanded in custody to appear before Luton Magistrates' Court on Monday.

Detective Sergeant Shona Searle, of the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire serious collision investigation unit, said: "This incident has sent shockwaves through the small community of Flitwick and the surrounding area, and we maintain a community policing presence around the scene for reassurance.

"While we understand the strong feeling associated with the loss of a young life, and the serious injury of others, we would ask that people do not speculate on the circumstances of the situation.

"The families of the victims, who we are supporting through family liaison officers, have requested that their privacy is respected at this difficult time."

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