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The Independent
22-05-2025
- The Independent
Second teenager arrested over beach attack death of 16-year-old
A second teenager has been arrested in connection with the death of Kayden Moy, 16, following an attack on a beach. Kayden was attacked at around 6.45pm on Saturday on Irvine beach, North Ayrshire, and died in Crosshouse Hospital, Kilmarnock, early the following morning. A 17-year-old youth made no plea when he appeared in private at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Tuesday charged with murder, attempting to pervert the course of justice, and carrying an offensive weapon. Police said on Thursday they have now arrested a second 17-year-old youth in connection with the death. Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson, of 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 inquiries are ongoing and officers remain in the Irvine and East Kilbride areas. Anyone with concerns can speak to them or call 101.' Kayden was from East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, and a pupil at Duncanrigg Secondary School. Headteacher Annette Alexander described him as a 'kind and caring young man and full of character'. In a statement, his 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.' The 16-year-old was a former youth player for Busby AFC, where those involved in the club were said to have been left 'devastated' by his death. Detectives have set up a website where people can access a form to send information directly to the major investigation team, and anonymity can be maintained.
The Independent
20-05-2025
- The Independent
Teenager appears in court accused of murdering Kayden Moy, 16, in beach attack
A 17-year-old youth has appeared in court charged with murdering teenager Kayden Moy during an attack on a beach. Kayden, 16, was attacked on Saturday on Irvine beach, North Ayrshire, and died in Crosshouse Hospital, Kilmarnock, the following day. On Tuesday, a 17-year-old youth appeared in Kilmarnock Sheriff Court charged with his murder. Both teenagers were from East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire. The accused 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. 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.'
