Tributes have flooded in for a Scots teenager who died after being crushed by a quad bike while on holiday on a Greek island.
19.06.2023 - 22:01 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Tributes have been paid to a man who died following a disturbance in the Scottish Highlands, after a teenager was arrested in connection with his death.
Police and the Scottish Ambulance Service rushed to an address in Milnafua, Alness, in the early hours of Saturday.
Sadly, a 48-year-old man died at the scene. He has been named locally as Scott Mitchell. A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with his death.
Friends took to social media to pay their respects to Mr Mitchell, mentioning his "big smile" and "endless banter".
Posting on Facebook, Jacqueline Noble said: "Devastating news. Couldn’t have met a nicer, quiet guy, and a genuine lovely family. Thinking of you all."
Sheena Macmillan said: “Big smile and an even bigger heart. Heartbreaking, absolutely heartbreaking. Sending my sincerest condolences to his family. Only spoke with him the other day.”
Julie Douglas wrote: "My friend, my comrade, I’ll miss you Scott, I can’t explain how broken I am to hear you’re gone. Thank you for the laughs, the knowledge and the guidance. Forever alive in my memories and my heart. Rest easy fella."
Graeme Robb added: "Devastating news, an absolute gentleman with endless banter that could light up any room. Will miss you, pal."
Isobel Simpson said: "Thinking of the family of one of life’s gems. My school friend buddy. We shared many a laugh and had such a good sense of humour. Miss you Scottie boy."
Trevor MacDonald said: "Shocking news, talk about another good guy getting taken far too soon."
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