More heartfelt tributes left in memory of teen

FLOWERS, BALLOONS AND MESSAGES LINE THE GATES OF INDUSTRIAL PARK

- By NICOLE GOODWIN Reporter

MORE touching tributes have been left at the entrance of an industrial estate in memory of a teenager who sadly died at the site on Friday.

Flowers, balloons, teddies and emotional messages line the gates of Fairfield industrial park in Bill Quay, Gateshead, after a body, believed to be that of 14-year-old Layton Carr, was found inside a building following a fire at the site at around 8pm on Friday.

Layton's heartbroken family has paid tribute to their "kind, caring and loving boy". They said: "Layton was such a kind, caring and loving boy. From the minute he was born it was obvious the character he would turn out to be.

"Layton was your typical 14-year-old lad, a cheeky, happy lad. Despite his cheeky side Layton had an absolute heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. He was loved by all that met him, and it showed.

"He was a family boy that loved his mam and sisters more than anything in the world. Layton, we love you more than any words can ever explain. You will be missed more than you'll ever know. Our bright and beautiful boy."

Throughout the weekend, people have been visiting the area to also pay tribute to the schoolboy.

Among the many tributes was a moving message from Layton's older sister, which read: "Fly high Layton, I miss you so so much.