The family of a three-year-old who was found dead in a lake following a widespread search have described him as a “happy, cheeky, playful” boy “who loved to laugh, loved to giggle and who brought joy wherever he went”.
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Following Friday’s hearing, which was opened then adjourned to a date to be fixed, Noah’s family released a tribute to him through Suffolk Police.
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They said: “Noah was a happy, cheeky, playful three-year-old boy who loved to laugh, loved to giggle and who brought joy wherever he went.
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“He was part of a loving and caring family, living with his mummy, daddy and his little baby brother.
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“Noah was being assessed for autism, although he had not received a diagnosis.
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“He also had mild hearing loss and was speech delayed.
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Despite the challenges he faced, he was learning every day.
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“He was saying new words all the time and had only just started finding and using his little voice.
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“One of the things we miss most is the special sound of his voice.
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It was unique, wonderful, and something we will carry with us forever.
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“He absolutely adored his little baby brother.
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He loved spending time with him, entertaining him and making him laugh.
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“He would follow him around and always wanted to be close to him.
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The bond they shared was incredibly special.”
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Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Connick told Friday’s inquest hearing that on September 15, Noah, of East Bergholt, Suffolk, was being “looked after by relatives and this was part of a normal routine for Noah”.
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In their tribute, Noah’s family said: “Every Tuesday since the day he was born Noah went to the park with a treasured relative.
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“They had the most wonderful relationship, they loved playing chase together, running around, and exploring the play equipment.
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“Those moments were filled with laughter and happiness and are memories our family will treasure forever.”
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Mr Connick told the inquest CCTV footage in the park “showed Noah playing with his relative”.
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The first CCTV footage was timed at 2.13pm and Noah was last seen playing at 2.37pm, said Mr Connick, who added the CCTV is “motion-activated so doesn’t provide continuous footage”.
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He said the relative, who was not named at the hearing, had provided a statement to police.
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The officer said Noah “left through a gap in the fence leading to the memorial garden where he left through an open gate”.
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He said Noah went in the direction of Decoy Pond and he was “being closely followed by his relative, who was trying to keep up with him”.
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He said the relative “shouted after him”, but after 200 metres Noah could not be seen.
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Noah’s family said in their tribute that he was “the most affectionate little boy”.
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They said: “He loved hugs and kisses and soaked up every bit of affection he was given.
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“Every night he would be tickled to sleep.
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He loved holding hands, being close to people, and feeling safe and loved by those around him.
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“He had the most wonderful mannerisms that could make anyone smile.
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“He had a glow about him that lit up every room he walked into.
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“There was something incredibly special about him that drew people to him, and everyone who met him remembers that warmth and happiness.
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“As a family, we want Noah’s last memory to be one of joy.
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“We want people to remember him running, playing chase, giggling and being the happy little boy that he was.
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“That is who Noah was, and that is how he deserves to be remembered.”
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They thanked Good Dads Club, which set up an online fundraiser for the family which has raised more than £113,000, Ipswich Town Football Club and “everyone who helped during the search”.
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Noah’s mother Charlie added: “If there is one thing we could ask of people, it is to hold their children a little tighter, cherish every moment, and never take those precious memories for granted.”
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Friday’s inquest was told that Noah’s medical cause of death was pending further investigation.
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Assistant coroner for Suffolk Jyoti Gill said: “The inquest is adjourned to a date to be fixed in due course.”
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