POLICE have announced today they have charged two people with murder following the death of a one-year-old boy in Faversham.

A woman, 26, and a man, 34, were remanded in custody to appear at a hearing before Maidstone Crown Court on March 8.

Kent Police yesterday charged Jack Benham, of Hernhill and Sian Hedges, of Fillace Park, Yelverton, Devon, with murder and causing or allowing the death of a child.

The charges come more than two years after the initial arrests were made.

Paramedics and cops were called to Hernhill, Kent, on November 28, 2020, following concerns for the welfare of the toddler.

The baby was rushed to hospital for medical treatment but was later pronounced dead.

Police arrested a man and a women in connection with the incident the same day.

Both were released on bail while an investigation by the serious crime unit was carried out.

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