A GoFundMe page has raised thousands of pounds in memory of Kayden Moy, a teenager who died in a beach incident.
Kayden Moy, from East Kilbride, lost his life on May 18 after a disturbance at Irvine beach at about 6.45pm on May 17.
Medical help was given to the 16-year-old at the location and later at hospital, but he sadly passed away.
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The GoFundMe has been set up by Busby AFC, where he was a youth player.
The club said: "The Club was devastated to find out that Kayden Moy, a former youth player for Busby AFC, had sadly lost his life recently.
"Kayden played in our youth set-up for several years, and it has hit everyone hard."
Currently, 180 people have donated, with £3662 raised of their £4000 goal.
Kayden's death has deeply affected the football club as his grandfather is a "long-term volunteer, player, coach and friend" who still coaches Kayden's younger brother in their junior section.
The club wrote: "We are aware that nothing will ever replace the life of an individual, but we hope that this fundraising will help Kayden's family at this extremely difficult time."
The funds are being raised to support Kayden's mourning family.
The family has received countless messages of sympathy from the community.
Kayden’s father, Paul, posted on social media: "My firstborn son, my big boy, my best friend, my main man, my everything.
"Rest easy, my boy."
Hundreds of people joined the loved ones, sharing their messages.
One person said: "This is so heartbreaking, a young boy with his life in front of him, coming to the beach to enjoy with friends.
"I send my sincere condolences to all the family and friends."
Another added: "I am so sorry for your loss. As a parent, I can't even imagine the pain you're all going through.
"Absolutely heartbreaking, God love you all."
A third replied: "So much taken in one moment of madness. Doesn't bear thinking about. Heartbreaking."
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Police Scotland has now revealed that a 17-year-old was arrested following enquiries.
A force spokesperson said: "Following enquiries into the death of a 16-year-old male on a beach in Irvine on Saturday, May 17, officers have arrested a 17-year-old male.
"Enquiries into the death are ongoing."
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