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Funeral to take place for 12-year-old Olly Croker

The funeral of Devon schoolboy Olly Croker is taking place St Michael and All Angel's Church in Bampton at 3pm. The 12-year-old died following a 'freak accident' at a football match.

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Minister tells us how Olly's family is coping

Oliver Croker - known as Olly - died after being hit by a post at a football match in Devon Credit: Family

The funeral of 12-year-old Olly Croker, who died in a tragic accident watching a football game in Devon, is being held this afternoon at St Michael and All Angels Church in Bampton.

The rector, Rev Kevin Chandra, says the family are being surrounded by some great people and, although, it is likely to be tough over the coming months, people are looking after them.

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