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Metro
28-04-2025
- Metro
Teenager killed after jet ski crashes into Scotland pier named and pictured
An 18-year-old boy who died after a jet ski crashed into a pier in Scotland has been named as Kyle McLean. The 'adventure-loving' teen was pronounced dead at the scene at Gremista marina in Lerwick, a town on the Shetland mainland, on April 22. A 17-year-old boy was also taken to the hospital following the 4pm incident. Now a family friend has paid tribute to Kyle, describing him as a 'beautiful young man who tragically lost his life in a jet ski accident'. 'To know Kyle was to love him. He was the most energetic, enthusiastic, family and friend orientated, gym-loving, adventure-loving, determined, young man,' said Dawn Hatch on a JustGiving page. 'He had just returned… and had fallen in love with Switzerland.' Dawn added that she can only imagine the 'enormity of the grief the family are experiencing right now', which is why she set up a fundraiser to help send Kyle's family to Switzerland. The fundraiser aims to raise a total of £3,000 for the family, with £2,750 collected so far. More Trending She said: 'We know Kyle was not only Katy's first born, having him so young, he was her best friend. 'Their bond was like no other. He helped her become the amazing, selfless, adoring Mam that she is today, and was so proud of everything she did for them all. 'There are no amount of flowers or gifts that can change anything at this time, but we all want to help, and acknowledge the huge loss to the family, Kyle's friends, and everyone in the community who knew him.' Police inquiries are ongoing. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: The UK's most remote train journey with 26 stops and 'stunning scenery' MORE: The swear words Brits find most offensive revealed MORE: Exact date 'mini-heatwave' will hit UK with temperatures as high as 27°C
The Sun
28-04-2025
- The Sun
First picture of tragic Scots teen killed in horror jet ski crash as tributes paid to ‘adventure loving young man'
HEARTBREAKING tributes have been paid to a Scots teen who tragically died in a jet ski crash. The 18-year-old, named locally as Kyle McLean, was pronounced dead at the scene at Gremista in Lerwick, Shetland on April 22. 2 2 The alarm was raised at around 4pm last Tuesday following reports of a jet ski crashing into a pier. The RNLI Lerwick lifeboat, a coastguard rescue helicopter, fire crews, ambulance teams and police officers raced to the scene. A 17-year-old boy was also rushed to hospital for treatment after the incident. A family friend paid tribute to Kyle and described him as "the most energetic" and "adventure loving" teen. And they have set up a fundraiser to help Kyle's family following the "huge loss". Dawn Hatch, who set up the justgiving page, said: "I'm setting up this fundraiser in Memory of Kyle McLean. The beautiful young man who tragically lost his life in a jet ski accident this week. "To know Kyle was to love him. He was the most energetic, enthusiastic, family and friend orientated, gym loving, adventure loving, determined, young man. "He had just returned from his latest explore and had fallen in love with Switzerland. He excitedly told Lily-May and Frankie, and his family, that they have to go and see it too. "We can only imagine the enormity of the grief the family are experiencing right now. "We know Kyle was not only Katy's first born, having him so young, he was her best friend. Their bond was like no other. Unqualified ex-cop jailed over deaths of four people in paddleboarding horror "He helped her become the amazing, selfless, adoring mum that she is today, and was so proud of everything she did for them all. "There are no amount of flowers or gifts that can change anything at this time, but we all want to help, and acknowledge the huge loss to the family, Kyle's friends, and everyone in the community who knew him. "I've set up this to contribute towards the cost of possibly sending the family to Switzerland one day to a place that captured Kyle's heart. He wanted them to experience what he did. "Thank you for any help you're able to give to make this happen." The fundraiser aims to raise a total of £3,000 for the family. Many people who donated left heartfelt messages and tributes on the page. One person said: "Sending all my love and hugs. Such a special person." Another wrote: "So incredibly sad. Thinking of all the family." A third added: "Sending all my love to you all. Such kind soul." And a fourth commented: "Absolutely heartbreaking news." You can donate to the fundraiser here. Officers confirmed that enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances around the incident. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 4pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, we were called to a report of a jet ski crashing into a pier at Gremista, Shetland. 'Emergency services attended and an 18-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. His family is aware. 'A 17-year-old male youth has been taken to hospital for treatment. 'Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.'
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
First picture of tragic Scots teen killed in horror jet ski crash as tributes paid to ‘adventure loving young man'
A 17-year-old boy was also rushed to hospital for treatment after the incident CRASH TRAGEDY First picture of tragic Scots teen killed in horror jet ski crash as tributes paid to 'adventure loving young man' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HEARTBREAKING tributes have been paid to a Scots teen who tragically died in a jet ski crash. The 18-year-old, named locally as Kyle McLean, was pronounced dead at the scene at Gremista in Lerwick, Shetland on April 22. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The 18-year-old has been named locally as Kyle McLean Credit: 2 Emergency crews raced to Gremista in Lerwick at around 4pm on Tuesday Credit: Google The alarm was raised at around 4pm last Tuesday following reports of a jet ski crashing into a pier. The RNLI Lerwick lifeboat, a coastguard rescue helicopter, fire crews, ambulance teams and police officers raced to the scene. A 17-year-old boy was also rushed to hospital for treatment after the incident. A family friend paid tribute to Kyle and described him as "the most energetic" and "adventure loving" teen. And they have set up a fundraiser to help Kyle's family following the "huge loss". Dawn Hatch, who set up the justgiving page, said: "I'm setting up this fundraiser in Memory of Kyle McLean. The beautiful young man who tragically lost his life in a jet ski accident this week. "To know Kyle was to love him. He was the most energetic, enthusiastic, family and friend orientated, gym loving, adventure loving, determined, young man. "He had just returned from his latest explore and had fallen in love with Switzerland. He excitedly told Lily-May and Frankie, and his family, that they have to go and see it too. "We can only imagine the enormity of the grief the family are experiencing right now. "We know Kyle was not only Katy's first born, having him so young, he was her best friend. Their bond was like no other. Unqualified ex-cop jailed over deaths of four people in paddleboarding horror "He helped her become the amazing, selfless, adoring mum that she is today, and was so proud of everything she did for them all. "There are no amount of flowers or gifts that can change anything at this time, but we all want to help, and acknowledge the huge loss to the family, Kyle's friends, and everyone in the community who knew him. "I've set up this to contribute towards the cost of possibly sending the family to Switzerland one day to a place that captured Kyle's heart. He wanted them to experience what he did. "Thank you for any help you're able to give to make this happen." The fundraiser aims to raise a total of £3,000 for the family. Many people who donated left heartfelt messages and tributes on the page. One person said: "Sending all my love and hugs. Such a special person." Another wrote: "So incredibly sad. Thinking of all the family." A third added: "Sending all my love to you all. Such kind soul." And a fourth commented: "Absolutely heartbreaking news." You can donate to the fundraiser here. Officers confirmed that enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances around the incident. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 4pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, we were called to a report of a jet ski crashing into a pier at Gremista, Shetland. 'Emergency services attended and an 18-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. His family is aware. 'A 17-year-old male youth has been taken to hospital for treatment. 'Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.'
Daily Record
28-04-2025
- Daily Record
First picture of tragic Scots teen who died in horror jet ski crash in Shetland
A Scots teen who tragically died after being involved in a horror jet ski crash has been named locally as Kyle McLean. The 18-year-old sadly died at the scene and another is in hospital after the jet ski he was riding crashed into a pier in Lerwick Harbour on Shetland on April 22. The RNLI Lerwick lifeboat, a coastguard rescue helicopter, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland were dispatched to the scene and a probe is ongoing to establish the full circumstances. A 17-year-old boy was also taken to hospital for treatment after the horrific incident on the island. A family friend has paid tribute to huge loss of the "family and friend oriented" and "adventure loving" young man that has torn the community apart. Dawn Hatch, who set up the fundraiser wrote: "I'm setting up this fundraiser in Memory of Kyle McLean. The beautiful young man who tragically lost his life in a jet ski accident this week. "To know Kyle was to love him. He was the most energetic, enthusiastic, family and friend orientated, gym loving, adventure loving, determined, young man. "He had just returned from his latest explore and had fallen in love with Switzerland. He excitedly told Lily-May & Frankie, and his family, that they have to go and see it too." She continued: "We can only imagine the enormity of the grief the family are experiencing right now. We know Kyle was not only Katy's first born, having him so young, he was her best friend. Their bond was like no other. He helped her become the amazing, selfless, adoring Mam that she is today, and was so proud of everything she did for them all. "There are no amount of flowers or gifts that can change anything at this time, but we all want to help, and acknowledge the huge loss to the family, Kyle's friends, and everyone in the community who knew him. "I've set up this to contribute towards the cost of possibly sending the family to Switzerland one day to a place that captured Kyle's heart. He wanted them to experience what he did. Thank you for any help you're able to give to make this happen." A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 4pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, we were called to a report of a jet ski crashing into a pier at Gremista, Shetland. ' Emergency services attended and an 18-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. His family is aware. A 17-year-old male youth has been taken to hospital for treatment. ' Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.'
