Two 65-year-olds charged over death of 12-year-old Bobby Bloomfield in Essex

A man and a woman, both 65, have been charged in connection with an investigation into the death of a 12-year-old boy who was struck by a car.

Police were called to Ashwells Road in Pilgrims Hatch, Essex, at 5.40pm on June 7 to reports of a vehicle colliding with a child.

Bobby Bloomfield sustained serious injuries and died in hospital.

A 15-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, and 44-year-old William Lunnon, of Ashwells Road, Pilgrims Hatch, are charged with Bobby’s murder.

Essex Police said they are next due to appear at Basildon Crown Court on October 6.

The force said that two more people have now also been charged in connection with the investigation.

William Lunnon, 65, of Ashwells Road, is charged with perverting the course of justice and Ruth Lunnon, 65, of Ashwells Road, is charged with assisting an offender (murder), police said.

The force said both defendants appeared at Basildon Magistrates’ Court on Thursday and were bailed to attend Basildon Crown Court on October 1.

A court heard previously Bobby and his friends were on businessman Lunnon’s private property when he approached them and asked them to leave.

The boys allegedly “ran off” but were chased by the two defendants in a car, which was being driven by the teenager, it was said.

The court was told Bobby was “stuck” by the vehicle before the teen exited it and “punched and kicked” him.

It is alleged that the pair then left Bobby at the side of the road.

In a statement released through Essex Police previously, Bobby’s family said: “Losing a child is every parent’s nightmare.

“We are living that nightmare and no words can ever explain how we are feeling.

“Bobby brought light and life into all our lives and we have lost that forever.”

Detective Chief Inspector Greg Wood said: “This remains a complex investigation, and we have made significant progress, including bringing charges and making further arrests.

“Our focus remains on establishing the full circumstances and supporting Bobby’s family, who have suffered an unimaginable loss.

“I continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.

“Even the smallest detail could help us build a clear and accurate picture of events.

“If you were in the area at the time, or have anything that could assist our investigation, please report it via the public portal.”