15-year-old cyclist who died in Dundee named as Cairn Rankine
His family say they are devastated by his death
Last updated 6th Mar 2020
A 15-year-old cyclist who died in a crash in Dundee has been named as Morgan Academy pupil Cairn Rankine.
He was struck by a black Nissan on Pitkerro Road yesterday evening.
His family have released a statement which reads: "We are devastated by our sudden loss, Cairn was a much loved son and was a brother to two sisters.
"He was pupil at Morgan Academy in S4 where he had great friends. He was also a Lance Corporal in Army Cadet in the Medics, along with assisting at Stobswell Army Cadets. Cairn was also a big football fan.
"We do not wish to comment further and asked that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time."
Inspector Greg Burns of the Road Policing Unit said : "Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Cairn during this tragic time.
"Our investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances of this incident and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed the crash to speak to officers.
"Anyone with any information should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting 3412 of 5 March, 2020."
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