The heartbroken family of Noah Campbell, 13, said his death had “left a hole in our lives” after a man and a woman, both in their 20s, were charged in relation to the crash
The “utterly devastated” family of a 13-year-old boy who was killed in a car crash on Friday have spoken of their loss after a man and a woman were charged in connection with the incident.
The family of Noah Campbell, 13, described how his death had “left a hole in our lives that will remain forever” after he died in a crash between a car and three teenage boys – two riding a bike and another on a scooter.
Emergency services raced to the scene on Greenfield Road in Flitwick at 11.50pm on Friday, with two boys rushed to hospital with serious injuries, while Noah tragically died at the scene.
The driver had left the scene but a blue BMW with significant damage was found on a nearby street, police said. A man and a woman, both in their 20s, have been arrested in connection with the crash, police said.
In a statement released by Bedfordshire Police, Noah’s family said: “Above all else, Noah cherished spending time with his friends and family; they were the heart of his world.
“He 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. We are utterly devastated; Noah’s death has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever.”
Jamie Fountain, 24, of Fir Tree Close, Flitwick, 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, police said on Sunday.
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.
Fountain has been 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 Wingate Drive, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, has been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.
They have both been remanded in custody to appear before Luton Magistrates’ Court tomorrow.
Of the two boys taken to hospital, one remains in hospital in a serious condition.
The other has been treated for serious injuries and has since been discharged, police confirmed.
Detective Sergeant Shona Searle, from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire serious collision investigation unit, said: “First and foremost our thoughts are with the family of the boy who has lost his life in this incident, as well as the families of the two other boys who were injured.
She added: “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.”
Anyone with information has been asked to either make a report online or call 101 quoting Operation Birch.
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