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BBC News
30-06-2025
- BBC News
Man charged over murder bid after house disturbance in Galston
A 33-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a disturbance at a house in East police were called to a house in Cross Street, Galston, at about 08:05 on Saturday after a 55-year-old man was found was taken to hospital for Scotland said the suspect was arrested after a subsequent disturbance at the property. The man is due to appear before Kilmarnock Sheriff Court later.
The National
12-06-2025
- The National
5 East Ayrshire councillors fined over safety failures
Kilmarnock Sheriff Court heard that the 25-year-old autistic male became submerged underwater at the town's Galleon Leisure Centre on January 10, 2023, after sliding into the small swimming pool. He remained there for one minute and 52 seconds before he was spotted face down in the middle of the pool by volunteers of his Kilmarnock Jets swimming club. READ MORE: UK Government announces £200m funding for Scottish Acorn carbon capture project The court heard that he was eventually pulled out and placed in the recovery position before lifeguards were called to raise the alarm. Paramedics arrived half an hour later and he was rushed by ambulance to Crosshouse Hospital. The non-verbal man, who has not returned to the club since, was found to have fluid in his lungs and was believed to have suffered from a seizure, which led to him passing out in the pool. The incident happened at the Galleon Leisure Centre (Image: Web) He has no lasting injuries but "appears to have suffered psychologically", procurator fiscal depute Saud Ul-Hassan told the court. Ballochmyle councillor Claire Leitch, appointed provost last year, had been charged alongside Kilmarnock South representative Clare Maitland, Kilmarnock West and Crosshouse elected members James Adams and Iain Linton, and Kilmarnock East and Hurlford councillor Barry Douglas, with failing to carry out sufficient risk assessments before the incident. The councillors, along with fellow trustee of the Kilmarnock Leisure Centre Trust, Manpreet Bawa, pleaded guilty through a solicitor on Thursday, June 12. None of the six appeared in the dock. They were fined a total of £11,825, which includes a victim surcharge of £825. The incident comes just three years after trustees were fined £10,000 for similar failings. A six-year-old girl nearly drowned in a swimming pool at the same leisure centre in July 2019 after falling unconscious underwater. She was rescued by an 11-year-old boy who had been playing in the pool and felt something touch his foot, it was reported at the time. The case was investigated by East Ayrshire Council's Environmental Health Service who found that the trust had failed to carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment of the use of inflatables during fun swimming activity sessions - and that they were deployed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's safety instructions. They also found that the trust had failed to carry out lifeguard zone visibility tests to ensure adequate supervision and control of the sessions. The fiscal depute told the court today: "A local authority assessment was carried out [after the 2023 incident] and found insufficient health and safety practices. "A risk assessment had not been shared with the group [Kilmarnock Jets]. "A lifeguard was working with the group for the first time and was unaware of [their] responsibilities. [They] had not received relevant instructions. "[They] did not attend to the incident and thought it was volunteers who had responsibility." Six requirements were identified from the post-incident assessment carried out by the Galleon. A solicitor for the trustees said: 'The trustees wish to express their sincere regret to [the victim] and his family for the incident that took place.' Linton, 62, of Grange Terrace, Maitland, 58, of Lindsay Street, Douglas, 43, of Muirfield Drive, Adams, 52, of Holehouse Road, and Bawa, 39, of Pollok Morris Drive, all Kilmarnock, plus 34-year-old Leitch, of Woodlands Road, Sorn, were sentenced on Thursday afternoon. Sheriff Ian Duguid KC said: "It is unfortunate that it was left to the volunteers to pull [the victim] out of the water.' He added that people of East Ayrshire could miss out if a significant financial penalty were imposed. He said: 'This is a charity that serves members of the public, it is in no one's interest to have a severe penalty imposed.'
Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Mum of Kayden Moy, 16, who was ‘stabbed to death' at Irvine Beach pays heartbreaking tribute & begs ‘this has to stop'
A 17-year-old boy is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court today in connection with the death MUM'S PAIN Mum of Kayden Moy, 16, who was 'stabbed to death' at Irvine Beach pays heartbreaking tribute & begs 'this has to stop' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE mum of a teen who was allegedly stabbed to death at a Scots beach has broken her silence with a heartbreaking post. Devastated Ashley Drummond shared a tribute on social media to her 16-year-old son Kayden Moy following his death, pleading: "This has to stop." Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Kayden Moy died after an alleged stabbing at Irvine beach on Saturday 4 His mum has paid a heartbreaking tribute to the 16-year-old following his death 4 A 17-year-old boy is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court today in connection with the death Credit: Mark Ferguson Kayden died in hospital following an alleged attack at Irvine Beach, Ayrshire, on Saturday night. The youngster, from East Kilbride, travelled to the busy seafront spot as thousands flocked to soak up the scorching weekend sunshine. A 17-year-old boy is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court today in connection with the death. Following the news of his death, his heartbroken mum Ashley shared several pictures of her son on her beauty business account. The caption read: "My beautiful boy, sleep tight." She added in the comments: "I see all the kind messages coming through. "This has to stop, I don't ever want this to happen to another family." In a further post on Facebook, Ashley wrote: "Paul and I are deeply grateful for the outpouring of heartfelt messages we've received. "Your kindness has provided so much comfort during this incredibly difficult time as we navigate the devastating loss of our son, Kayden. "With a heavy heart, I must inform you that all appointments are cancelled until further notice. This decision was not made lightly, but I need to be with my family as we navigate this unprecedented and painful chapter in our lives. Man found dead in Scots town named locally as police & forensics swarm street "Thank you for your unwavering support, kindness, and understanding during this trying time." Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson, Major Investigations Team, said: 'Our thoughts remain with Kayden's family at this very difficult time. Specially trained officers are continuing to support Kayden's family 'We believe this was a targeted attack and there is no risk to the wider public. 'We have a dedicated team of officers working on this investigation and I am again asking anyone who may have information which could help us and who has not yet come forward, to please contact us. 4 Police have said that extensive enquiries are still ongoing Credit: Mark Ferguson 'No matter how small it may seem, it may be the key piece we need. 'I would like to thank the community in both Irvine and East Kilbride for their support so far. Kayden's heartbroken family have paid tribute to the "so loved" son and brother who is "sorely missed" by those who loved and knew him. In a statement issued through Police Scotland, they 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. Kayden played for football club Busby AFC, which said his death had "hit everyone hard". The club launched a fundraiser to help the teen's family during the "extremely difficult" time. Police have said that extensive enquiries are still ongoing. Superintendent Jim McMillan said: 'This was a shocking and deeply upsetting incident for not just those at Irvine Beach on Saturday, but for Kayden's family, friends and the wider communities affected. We are engaging with the communities in both Irvine and East Kilbride. 'There continues to be a police presence in the area and additional patrols will be carried out where required. I would urge anyone with question or concern to approach a local officer – they are there to help.'
