A 23-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of Isaac Clare-Watts, a 26-year-old carpenter, at a summer solstice party at the Nine Ladies Stone Circle in the Peak District. Szymon Babynko, originally from Poland and living in southeast London, was arrested on Thursday and charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with a separate incident in Chesterfield.
Details of the Incident
Isaac Clare-Watts was discovered dead at the ancient stone circle on Monday morning after a rave held to celebrate the summer solstice. He had recently returned to the UK after travelling abroad, including time in Thailand where he practised Muay Thai. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene, prompting a police investigation.
Charges and Court Appearance
Babynko faces charges of murder in relation to Clare-Watts's death and attempted murder for an incident on Hady Lane, Chesterfield, on Thursday. He remains in police custody and is scheduled to appear at Derby Magistrates' Court today.
Family Plea for Witnesses
Clare-Watts's sister, Jonimae, appealed for attendees of the rave to come forward with any information. In a tribute, she said: 'It breaks our hearts to let you all know that Isaac, son and brother, was found dead on Monday morning. We all know he was “Isaac the Wonder Boy” and that this will upset many. Contact is welcome but please understand we have no words or answers.'
Tribute from Employer
Frank Goulding, a Nottinghamshire-based construction firm where Clare-Watts began his career, paid tribute: 'Isaac joined us as a young man in 2016 to pursue a career in construction. He successfully completed his joinery apprenticeship and developed into a very skilled joiner. Isaac was a very popular member of our team and decided last year he wanted to take some time and go and see the world, in particular spending some time in Thailand to develop his Muay Thai skills, which was a passion of his. We are all very saddened to hear the tragic news and our prayers and sympathy go to his family.'
