Couple appear in court following death of 13-year-old boy in crash 'involving a car, a bike and a scooter' that left two other teenagers in hospital

Published: 15:16, 6 April 2026 | Updated: 15:17, 6 April 2026 A couple have appeared in court over the death of a teenage boy in a horrific road crash. Noah Campbell, 13, was killed following what police described as an accident involving a car, a bike and a scooter.  Two other teenage boys were taken to hospital following the incident to be treated for serious injuries. One has since been released.  Airport ground worker Jamie Fountain and easyJet cabin crew member Ellie Ireland appeared at Luton Magistrates Court this morning, where they faced a series of charges. Fountain, 24, of Flitwick, Bedfordshire, is charged with causing death by careless driving and causing death by careless driving while over the legal limit for alcohol and drugs. He was also charged with two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving in relation to two other boys who were injured. Airport ground worker Jamie Fountain, 24, and easyJet cabin crew member Ellie Ireland, 23, appeared at Luton Magistrates Court this morning, where they faced a series of charges Fountain was further charged with failing to stop at the scene of an accident, failing to report an accident and conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. Ireland, 23, of Ampthill, has been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. The defendants, who were both wearing grey jumpers, spoke only to confirm their names, ages and addresses and had brief conversations with their legal teams through gaps in the glass-fronted dock. Neither entered pleas and they were remanded in custody. Members of the victims' families were in court for the hearing, which lasted around an hour. Also in court were family members of the defendants, who blew kisses to them and said: 'We love you.' Noah was out in Flitwick at 11.50pm on Friday when he was killed. Noah Campbell, 13, was killed following what police described as an accident involving a car, a bike and a scooter In a statement issued by police yesterday, his family said: 'Noah was a fun, bright, handsome, athletic and incredibly well-liked boy. 'Above all else, he cherished spending time with his friends and family. They were the heart of his world. 'Noah was a talented and versatile sportsman. While football was his favourite sport — playing for many local teams — he was a gifted all-rounder who excelled in rugby, cricket and athletics.  'Outside of organised sports, Noah stayed active and adventurous; he loved challenging himself at the gym and spending time at the bike park. 'Some of his happiest memories were made enjoying attending Liverpool FC and Luton Town FC matches alongside his dad.' Ireland is a member of cabin crew for easyJet, the court was told The couple didn't enter pleas and were remanded in custody for a hearing at Luton Crown Court on May 5 His family added: 'We would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support during this incredibly difficult time. 'We are utterly devastated; Noah's death has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever.' Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.