Essex mum accused of murdering son 'going through hell' - husband

An Essex mother is accused of murdering her son Lincoln, who had autism, amid claims of her deteriorating mental health, as the court considers evidence of potential smothering.

• Lincoln, a child with autism spectrum disorder, was found deceased, prompting a post-mortem examination that ruled out drugs but indicated smothering could not be eliminated as a cause.
• The accused, identified as Mr. Button's wife, experienced severe anxiety beginning in July 2024, coinciding with the start of the school summer holidays in South Ockendon, England.
• Prosecutor Hannah Gladwell informed the court about the findings from Lincoln's post-mortem examination, which raised serious questions about the circumstances surrounding his death.
• The investigation into Lincoln's death highlights the struggles families face when caring for children with autism, particularly when mental health issues arise in caregivers.
• Mr. Button described his wife as 'going through hell', underscoring the emotional turmoil experienced by the family amid the serious allegations and ongoing legal proceedings.