A third teenager has been arrested in connection with the death of 16-year-old Kayden Moy, who died following a serious incident at Irvine Beach in May.
Police Scotland confirmed that a 14-year-old boy has now been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.
The Glasgow Times have previously reported that two 17-year-old males had been arrested, charged, and appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court.
In a statement, Police Scotland Ayrshire said: “A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the death of Kayden Moy in Irvine.
"This is the third arrest made in relation to Kayden's murder.
"A 17-year-old male was previously arrested and charged in connection with the murder and appeared on petition at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Tuesday, May 20.
"Another 17-year-old male was also arrested and charged and appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Friday, May 23.”
Officers were called to Irvine Beach around 6.45pm on Saturday, May 17, after reports that a 16-year-old boy had been seriously injured.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, and Kayden, from East Kilbride, was taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, where he died a short time later.
His death has sent shockwaves through the community, sparking grief, tributes, and a widespread call for justice.
We reported that tributes have poured in from family, friends, school staff, and local residents.
Annette Alexander, headteacher at Duncanrig Secondary School, described Kayden as “a kind and caring young man” who was “full of character.”
She said he left a lasting impact on the school community and would be “greatly missed.”
South Lanarkshire Council also expressed its condolences and confirmed that support would be provided to pupils affected by the tragedy, adding: “This has been a tragic event and our profound sympathies go out to Kayden’s loved ones.”
READ MORE: East Kilbride mourns Kayden Moy after Irvine beach tragedy
Kayden’s father, Paul Moy, shared a moving tribute on social media, calling Kayden his “firstborn son, my big boy, my best friend, my main man, my everything.”
Other family members echoed the heartbreak, including Karen Nelson, who wrote: “Thinking of my big sister, Marion, her fiancé, Kris and all his family as their oldest boy, Kayden, passed away at the age of 16.
"My heart is broken for them. Shine bright, pal. Forever 16.”
Hundreds of people have shared their condolences online, many expressing sorrow and disbelief at the loss of such a young life.
One person wrote: “This is so heartbreaking, a young boy with his life in front of him, coming to the beach to enjoy with friends.”
Another commented: “So much taken in one moment of madness. Doesn’t bear thinking about.”
The Glasgow Times reported that a GoFundMe campaign set up in Kayden’s memory has already raised more than £16,000.
Organised by Busby AFC, the youth football club where Kayden once played, the fundraiser aims to support his grieving family.
READ MORE: GoFundMe page for Kayden Moy who tragically died at beach
A statement from 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.
"Kayden's grandfather is a long-term volunteer, player, coach and friend of the Club. He currently spends his weeknights and weekends coaching Kayden's younger brother who currently plays in our junior section too.
"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."
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