Boy, 8, discovered useless at dwelling as lady is charged with homicide | UK | News | EUROtoday

A heartbroken household have described an eight-year-old boy who died in a suspected homicide as “funny and beautiful” as they paid tribute to him. Rhys Anthony Cameron was discovered useless at dwelling in Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, between Saturday, September 13 and Monday, September 15, Cleveland Police stated.

Louise Cameron, 40, of Billingham, has been charged with homicide and was remanded in custody after showing at Teesside Crown Court on Friday. She will subsequent seem on the similar court docket on November 6. In a tribute launched via Cleveland Police, Rhys’s household stated the little boy will likely be “missed more than we can ever put into words”.

The full assertion learn: “Rhys was a lovely little son, brother, nephew, grandson and friend to many who loved and knew him in the community.

“He had a cheery, funny and beautiful personality and carried a huge smile wherever he went that will forever be remembered.

“His love for listening to music, playing with his friends and toothbrushes brought joy to us all.

“To say we as a family are devastated is an understatement, Rhys will be missed more than we can ever put into words.

“We take comfort from the words of support we have received, and the love shown to Rhys as we continue to take time to come to terms with our tragic loss.”

Specialist officers are supporting Rhys’ household throughout this troublesome time.

Cleveland Police stated on the time of Rhys’ tragic loss of life: “On Monday fifteenth September at 10am, officers obtained a name from the North East Ambulance Service relating to the unhappy passing of an eight-year-old baby.

“The child’s death is currently being treated as unexplained and detectives have launched an investigation. Our thoughts are with the family of the child during this very difficult time.

“A 40-year-old lady was arrested in reference to the kid’s loss of life.”

A spokesperson for the North East Ambulance Service said: “We had been known as to a non-public handle within the Marsh House Avenue space of Billingham shortly after 10am on Monday, September 15. We dispatched two double crewed ambulances, a medical group chief and an obligation officer to the scene.”