Mother appears in court charged with murder of five-year-old son Lincoln Button

Lincoln Button was found at a property in South Ockendon, Essex, on Sunday December 15 and died at the scene. He was described as a "cheeky, smiley, happy boy". Credit: Essex Police handout.
Lincoln Button was described as a happy, smiley boy by his family. Credit: Essex Police

A mother has appeared in court charged with the murder of her five-year-old son.

Claire Button, 35, appeared at Southend Magistrates’ Court on Monday charged over the death of Lincoln Button in Essex.

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 15 December.

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 on Tuesday.

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