Tributes for 14-year-old found dead in Ardrossan
He's been named locally as Ross Gentleman
Last updated 9th Nov 2017
An investigation's underway after a teenage boy was discovered dead in a house in North Ayrshire.
The 14-year-old, who has been named locally as Ross Gentleman, was found in a property on Eglinton Road in Ardrossan on Sunday evening.
Locals paid tribute to him on social media after the news of his death emerged.
A police investigation is underway, while the local authority described it as 'tragic news'.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “At 6:05pm on Sunday, November 5, police received a report of the death of a 14-year-old boy in Eglinton Road, Ardrossan.
“A post mortem will be carried out in due course.”
North Ayrshire Council's Executive Director for Education and Youth Employment John Butcher said: "This is tragic news and our thoughts are with the family at this extremely difficult time.
“We will continue to consider the well-being of pupils and staff and we will be doing everything possible to ensure they are supported and helped throughout.
“If any of our pupils have questions or any concerns please contact the school and speak to a member of the pastoral support team."