<p>A 12-year-old boy has been charged with murder of a 60-year-old social worker in Sheffield. The Guardian reported that the boy ran Marcia Grant over with his car. The name of the boy is being withheld but he has reportedly become one of the youngest children to be tried for murder in last 30 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Marcia Grant was fatally struck outside her house on Wednesday (April 5). Her family paid tribute to her saying that she was “pillar of her community”</p>

<p>People from the local community left flowers at her house as police made door-to-door enquiries. Grant was described as a "beautiful soul" in the tributes.</p>

<p>Grant's family sent a tribute message through South Yorkshire police.</p>

<p>“Marcia was a warm, loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend and a pillar of her community. Her loss has already sent shock waves through all who knew her or was lucky enough to be included in her orbit.”</p>

<p>“We ask for privacy at this time while further investigations are under way and the family try to come to terms with this enormous loss.”</p>

<p>“This is devastating, I went to school with Marcia and she was the most kindest loveliest person you could meet. Condolences to all the family, stay strong, my thoughts are with you at this very sad time,” said Linda Channer as quoted by The Guardian.</p>

<p>Grant has a 66-year-old husband and two boys in her wake.<br />
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A 12-year-old boy has been charged with murder of a 60-year-old social worker in Sheffield. The Guardian reported that the boy ran Marcia Grant over with his car.

A 12-year-old boy has been charged with murder of a 60-year-old social worker in Sheffield. The Guardian reported that the boy ran Marcia Grant over with his car. The name of the boy is being withheld but he has reportedly become one of the youngest children to be tried for murder in last 30 years. Marcia Grant was fatally struck outside her house on Wednesday (April 5). Her family paid tribute to her saying that she was “pillar of her community” People from the local community left flowers at her house as police made door-to-door enquiries. Grant was described as a "beautiful soul" in the tributes. Grant's family sent a tribute message through South Yorkshire police. “Marcia was a warm, loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend and a pillar of her community. Her loss has already sent shock waves through all who knew her or was lucky enough to be included in her orbit.” “We ask for privacy at this time while further investigations are under way and the family try to come to terms with this enormous loss.” “This is devastating, I went to school with Marcia and she was the most kindest loveliest person you could meet. Condolences to all the family, stay strong, my thoughts are with you at this very sad time,” said Linda Channer as quoted by The Guardian. Grant has a 66-year-old husband and two boys in her wake. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Eminent social worker Padma Shri D Prakash Rao passed away at the SCB Medical College and Hospital here on Wednesday after 20 day long battle with Covid-19 and related ailments. He was 63.</p>

<p>Rao was hospitalised in December last year following difficulties in breathing. Later, he tested positive for Covid-19.</p>

<p>He was conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2019 by the Government of India for his contribution towards boosting the value of education among slum and orphan kids in Cuttack.</p>

<p>He was under the spotlight again a couple of years ago when PM Modi praised the noble samaritan in his radio address ‘Mann ki Baat’.<br />
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"Saddened by the demise of Shri D Prakash Rao. The outstanding work that has done will continue motivating people. He rightly saw education as a vital means to empowerment. I recall my meeting with him in Cuttack a few years ago. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti," Prime Minister Modi tweeted, along with a photo of his meeting with the humble tea-seller.</p>

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<p>Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also expressed grief at the death Mr D Prakash Rao.</p>

<p>“Deeply saddened to know about the demise of philanthropist Padma Shri D Prakash Rao.The Good Samaritan will always be remembered for his dedication to uplift the lives of children through education. My thoughts &amp; prayers with the bereaved family members. RIP” tweeted Patnaik.</p>

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— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) <a href="https://twitter.com/Naveen_Odisha/status/1349328900132724736?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>Patnaik also announced that Rao will be cremated with full state honours.</p>

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Eminent social worker Padma Shri D Prakash Rao passed away at the SCB Medical College and Hospital here on Wednesday after 20 day long battle with Covid-19 and related ailments.

Eminent social worker Padma Shri D Prakash Rao passed away at the SCB Medical College and Hospital here on Wednesday after 20 day long battle with Covid-19 and related ailments. He was 63. Rao was hospitalised in December last year following difficulties in breathing. Later, he tested positive for Covid-19. He was conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2019 by the Government of India for his contribution towards boosting the value of education among slum and orphan kids in Cuttack. He was under the spotlight again a couple of years ago when PM Modi praised the noble samaritan in his radio address ‘Mann ki Baat’. "Saddened by the demise of Shri D Prakash Rao. The outstanding work that has done will continue motivating people. He rightly saw education as a vital means to empowerment. I recall my meeting with him in Cuttack a few years ago. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti," Prime Minister Modi tweeted, along with a photo of his meeting with the humble tea-seller. Saddened by the demise of Shri D Prakash Rao. The outstanding work that has done will continue motivating people. He rightly saw education as a vital means to empowerment. I recall my meeting with him in Cuttack a few years ago. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/ECZ0NUFush — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 13, 2021 × Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also expressed grief at the death Mr D Prakash Rao. “Deeply saddened to know about the demise of philanthropist Padma Shri D Prakash Rao.The Good Samaritan will always be remembered for his dedication to uplift the lives of children through education. My thoughts & prayers with the bereaved family members. RIP” tweeted Patnaik. Deeply saddened to know about the demise of philanthropist Padma Shri D Prakash Rao. The Good Samaritan will always be remembered for his dedication to uplift the lives of children through education. My thoughts & prayers with the bereaved family members. RIP — Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) January 13, 2021 × Patnaik also announced that Rao will be cremated with full state honours. (With inputs from agencies)

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