Pupils offered support following death of a teenager at Edinburgh school
Police were called to Kaimes School on Tuesday morning
A teenage boy has died at an Edinburgh school, the council and police have confirmed.
Police were called to Kaimes School on around 11.30am on Tuesday 25th January following a report of concern for the 17-year-old.
He was treated by medics but was pronounced dead at the scene.
In a statement, Police Scotland said: “Around 11.30 am on Tuesday, 25 January, 2022, police responded to a concern for person call at a school on Lasswade Road, Edinburgh. Medical assistance was provided by paramedics to a 17-year-old boy, however, he died at the scene.
"There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."
Amanda Hatton, Executive Director of Education and Children’s Services at the City of Edinburgh Council, said: “I am absolutely saddened to hear this tragic news and my immediate thoughts are with the family.
"My heartfelt sympathies go out to the school community and everyone who has been affected. Support is being offered to any pupils or staff who may require it.”
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