Teen who died after disturbance at Irvine beach named

Kayden Moy <i>(Image: Police Scotland)</i>
Kayden Moy (Image: Police Scotland)
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The teenager who died after a disturbance at Irvine beach has been named by police.

Cops were called to the popular seaside around 6.45pm yesterday, following reports of a disturbance.

16-year-old East Kilbride resident Kayden Moy received medical care at the scene and in hospital but tragically died today.

A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal and Police Scotland is asking anyone with mobile phone footage of the incident to come forward.


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(Image: Police Scotland) Detective chief inspector Campbell Jackson, of the Major Investigations Team, 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.”

Detectives have also set up a website that gives members of the public access to a form to send information directly to the Major Investigation Team, which can be submitted anonymously. The portal can be accessed here.


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Superintendent Jim McMillan said: "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.”

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