NewsUK NewsCrimeTwo people have been charged with murder after 12-year-old schoolboy Bobby Bloomfield suffered serious injuries in a collision in Brentwood - and was later pronounced dead in hospital22:43, 10 Jun 2026Updated 22:50, 10 Jun 2026A man and teenage boy have been charged with murder after a 12-year-old boy was killed in a collision in Brentwood.Bobby Bloomfield suffered serious injuries in the crash on Ashwells Road just before 5:40pm on Sunday. Tragically, the schoolboy died a short time later in hospital.A 15-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, and William Lunnon, 43, of Ashwells Road in Pilgrims Hatch, have been charged with murder and remanded in custody, police say. They are due to appear in court on Thursday.Two men aged 65 and 54, and two women, aged 65 and 45, all from the Pilgrims Hatch area, were also arrested on Tuesday and remain in custody on suspicion of perverting the course of justice.Essex Police say they are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and urged anyone with information to contact them.Det Ch Insp 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.Article continues below"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."Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.CrimeBreaking News
Two charged with murder after boy, 12, dies in collision with vehicle
Two people have been charged with murder after 12-year-old schoolboy Bobby Bloomfield suffered serious injuries in a collision in Brentwood - and was later pronounced dead in hospital









