Boy, 14, dies after ‘remoted incident’ at West Lothian faculty

A 14-year-old boy has died after an “isolated incident” at a faculty in West Lothian.

It occurred at St Kentigern’s Academy in Blackburn on Tuesday afternoon.

Police have been known as at round 1.20pm and the boy was taken to hospital however later died.

Inquiries into the total circumstances of his demise are ongoing, mentioned Police Scotland.

The faculty confirmed emergency companies had been known as after an “isolated incident within the school grounds”.

“All parents of pupils directly affected have been contacted and we are assisting the relevant authorities with their ongoing inquiries,” mentioned an announcement on its web site.

The faculty mentioned it couldn’t at the moment give extra element as a result of police investigation.

“We have set up ongoing emotional support and signposting for students and staff affected by this tragic news,” mentioned head trainer Andrew Sharkey.

“We would like to respect the family’s privacy at this incredibly painful time.”