Tragedy as boy stabbed to death at UK beach

Police have named a boy who died in a stabbing at a UK beach as 16-year-old Kayden Moy. The teenager was found by emergency services who were called to Irvine Beach, a beauty spot in Ayrshire, Scotland, on Saturday, May 17, after receiving reports of a seriously injured youth.

reports the 16-year-old, from East Kilbride, was found with stab wounds to his stomach. He was rushed to Crosshouse Hospital but died from his injuries on Sunday morning. The publication reports shocking footage of the attack circulated online. Officers are keen to track the video down as they hunt his attacker. A vast area of Irvine beach was sealed off today and officers are expected to carry out additional patrols in the area.

Police Scotland Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson, Major Investigations Team, said: "An extensive investigation is underway to establish the full circumstances surrounding this death.

"Our officers are supporting the boy's family at this very difficult and heartbreaking time."From our investigation so far, we know there were a number of people on the beach around the time of the disturbance. We believe several of them were filming at the time and may have footage of what happened.

"I would urge people to review the footage they have and contact police if they think the footage captured could be of significance to our investigation."

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. The portal can be accessed at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT25S22-PO1

Superintendent Jim McMillan said: "We understand this death will be of great concern for the local community, but please be assured that we are doing everything we can to identify those involved.

"There will be additional patrols in the area as we carry out our enquiries and anyone with any concerns can approach these officers."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3106 of Saturday, 17 May, 2025. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.