A HEADTEACHER has paid tribute to a “fun-loving” pupil who had a “radiant smile” after his tragic death in a woodland area at the weekend.
The nine-year-old boy, named locally as Jordan, was found in a wooded area of Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire on Sunday, June 2.
Emergency services were called to woods near Abbeygreen Road in the village just before 7pm after receiving reports of concern for a child.
Tragically, the nine-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Police say that enquiries are ongoing but there are no suspicious circumstances.
Jordan was a pupil at Woodpark Primary School in Lesmahagow and the school’s website has highlighted a leaflet parents may want to read to help talk to their kids and that they are offering support to any pupils who may need it.
The post said: “Dear Parents and Carers,
“You might find some of the information in the leaflet useful when talking to your child about the tragic event this weekend.
“We are here to help support you and your child, please do contact the school if you would like to talk further.”
Debbie MacKenna, headteacher at Woodpark Primary School, described Jordan as “energetic” and how his smile “lit up” the whole school.
She said: “We are all deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Jordan, who was a valued member of our school community.
“Jordan was an energetic, fun-loving boy who was loyal to his friends and family, and was loved by us all. His radiant smile, his singing and dancing and his sense of humour lit up our school.
“We keep Jordan’s family and friends very much in our thoughts and prayers, and we will continue to support our school community at this very sad time.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 6.50pm on Sunday, June 2, 2024, we were called to a report of concern for a child in a wooded area near to Abbeygreen Road, Lesmahagow.
“Emergency services attended but the nine-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
“Enquiries are ongoing but there are no suspicious circumstances. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.”
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