Tributes paid to ‘cheeky’ boy, five, who was found dead at home – as woman arrested for ‘murder’

TRIBUTES have been paid to a "cheeky" five-year-old boy who was found dead at home.

Police swooped on a home in South Ockendon, Essex, on Sunday afternoon following a concern for welfare.

Tragically, Lincoln Button was found declared dead shortly after the horror.

A woman was taken to hospital but has since been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Tributes have now flooded in for Lincoln - known as "Link" - by his devastated family.

They said: "Link was a cherished, loved, sweet, beautiful young soul who was adored by all and will be sorely missed every day.”

Bonnygate Primary School, where Lincoln was a Year 1 student, also paid tribute to the "cheeky, smiley, happy boy".

It added: "His love for school, laughter and cuddles will be remembered and missed dearly.

“The school is working closely with the authorities and is being supported by Thurrock Council’s education team, who offer support and advice to schools over sensitive issues.

“The school’s priority is to support those within the community who need help to come to terms with this tragic loss.”

Essex Police previously confirmed they are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the horror.

Detective Chief Inspector Alan Blakesley, who is leading the Essex Police investigation, said: “This remains an extremely sensitive and complex investigation which we are carrying out with the care, compassion and professionalism that I know Lincoln’s family – and the wider public – would expect.

“Those involved are continuing to work around the clock to ensure that we understand the full circumstances of what happened in the lead up to Lincoln’s death on Sunday.

"We are leaving no line of enquiry unchecked.”