Teen Charged Following Death of Kayden Moy in Irvine

A 17-year-old male youth has been charged in connection with the death of 16-year-old Kayden Moy, who died following an incident on Irvine beach over the weekend.

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The incident occurred around 6.45pm on Saturday, 17 May, when police were called to reports of a disturbance on the beach. Emergency services found Kayden, from East Kilbride, seriously injured, as he was stabbed. He was taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, where he tragically died a short time later.

Police confirmed today that a 17-year-old has been arrested and charged in relation to the incident. He is expected to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.

Extensive enquiries are still ongoing as detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Kayden’s death.

In a statement released through Police Scotland, Kayden’s 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.”

Detective Chief Inspector Campbell Jackson of the Major Investigations Team provided an update on the case:

“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.

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.”

Superintendent Jim McMillan added:

“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.”

Police Scotland continues to urge anyone with information to come forward, especially those who may have mobile phone footage or witnessed the events on the beach.

Information can be submitted via the public portal at https://orlo.uk/86Mra, anonymously if preferred, or by calling Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3106 of 17 May 2025. Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.