Two people have been charged with murder following the death of a baby in Bourne in 2023.

Lincolnshire Police said Liam Neve, (26), of Spinney Close, Grimoldby, Louth, and 26-year-old Lauren Murgatroyd, of Novak Place, Morecambe, Lancashire, have both been charged with murder, and several other offences following the incident.

Police said officers were called to an address in Bourne on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, and an eight-week-old baby was subsequently taken to hospital and died.

Detective Chief Inspector Andy McWatt of the Major Crime Unit at Lincolnshire Police said: “Our thoughts are first and foremost with those impacted by this deeply devastating case.

“We have continued to investigate this tragic death since 2023. This has been a complex and large-scale investigation, and we are now in a position to charge two individuals in connection with the incident.

“We recognise the deep distress this incident has caused and remain committed to seeking justice in memory of the baby who so tragically lost their life.”

Lincolnshire Police said that both Neve and Murgatroyd will appear at Lincoln Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday morning (24 June 2026).

Liam Neve has been charged with: • Murder • Making a false statement concerning birth • Causing or allowing the death of a child • Two counts of ABH • Two counts of Section 18 GBH • Two counts of causing or allowing a child to suffer serious physical harm

Lauren Murgatroyd has been charged with: • Murder • Making a false statement concerning birth • Causing or allowing the death of a child • Two counts of Section 18 GBH • Two counts of causing or allowing a child to suffer serious physical harm