Second boy charged with murder after death of East Kilbride teen

Police were called to a report of a 16-year-old allegedly being seriously injured on Irvine Beach, North Ayrshire, shortly before 7pm on Saturday, May 17.

Emergency crews raced to the scene, and Kayden Moy, of East Kilbride, was taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock.

Sadly, he died a short time later.

Today, May 23, a 17-year-old youth appeared in Kilmarnock Sheriff Court charged with his murder.

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The accused, from East Kilbride, is also charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice, and carrying an offensive weapon.

He did not enter a plea, and will appear in court again within eight days.

Earlier this week, another 17-year-old youth appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court charged with Kayden’s murder.

He made no plea and was also remanded in custody.

Second boy charged with murder after death of East Kilbride teen (Image: Police Scotland) Kayden was a pupil at Duncanrigg Secondary School in East Kilbride, and headteacher Annette Alexander described him as a “kind and caring young man and full of character”.

In a statement released to the media, his grieving family said: “Kayden will be sorely missed by his parents and two younger brothers.

“He was loved by so many, and that is shown in the huge number of heartfelt messages we have received since his death.

“We would like to thank everyone who has shown us support over these last few days.”

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Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson, from Police Scotland's Major Investigations Team, said: “Our specially trained officers continue to support Kayden’s family and keep them updated with the progress of our investigation.

“I’d like to thank members of the public who have come forward and continue to ask anyone with information, who has not already spoken to police, to contact us.

“Extensive enquiries are ongoing and officers remain in the Irvine and East Kilbride areas. Anyone with concerns can speak to them or call 101."

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.