ScotRail has issued a statement following the tragic death of a teenager at a popular beach.
The 16-year-old boy from East Kilbride died after a "serious disturbance" at Irvine beach on Saturday, May 17.
Police Scotland has asked people to avoid the beach area to allow them to carry out their investigation.
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ScotRail took to social media, saying: "Police Scotland have asked that people do not attend the Irvine beach area at this time.
"Please do refrain from visiting the area to allow Police Scotland North Ayrshire to carry out their necessary works. Thank you."
⚠️ Police Scotland have asked that people do not attend the Irvine beach area at this time. Please do refrain from visiting the area to allow @PSOSNAyrshire to carry out their necessary works. Thank you. https://t.co/3MGWbPbTyd
— ScotRail (@ScotRail) May 18, 2025
The disturbance occurred at around 6.45pm, and the boy was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital.
He sadly passed away this morning, May 18.
Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson, of Police Scotland’s Major Investigations Team, confirmed an extensive inquiry is now underway to establish the full circumstances of the incident.
He said: "An extensive investigation is underway to establish the full circumstances surrounding this death.
"Our officers are supporting the boy’s family at this very difficult and heartbreaking time.
"From our investigation so far, we know there were a number of people on the beach around the time of the disturbance.
"We believe several of them were filming at the time and may have footage of what happened.
"I would urge people to review the footage they have and contact police if they think the footage captured could be of significance to our investigation."
He urged anyone with photos or videos from the area to review them and share anything potentially significant with police.
The boy’s family has been informed, and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
A dedicated online portal has been set up by Police Scotland’s Major Investigations Team to allow members of the public to submit information or footage anonymously.
The portal can be accessed at: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT25S22-PO1
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Superintendent Jim McMillan added: "We understand this death will be of great concern for the local community, but please be assured that we are doing everything we can to identify those involved.
"There will be additional patrols in the area as we carry out our enquiries, and anyone with any concerns can approach these officers."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3106 of Saturday, May 17, 2025.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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