Stay safe this summer

Campaign aims to cut crime in wake of Kayden tragedy

- BY JOHN-PAUL CLARK

A CAMPAIGN has been launched to keep children safe over the summer holidays in the wake of the killing of teenager Kayden Moy.

The Fearless campaign, run by community safety charity Crimestoppers, wants to tackle summer-related youth crime such as gang-related violence and off-road biking.

The Scotland-wide campaign, backed by Network Rail Scotland, will see the Fearless team engage with young people on social media including Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram.

The teams will also operate a number of outreach events, including at TRNSMT in Glasgow Green from July 11 to 13, where kids can speak up about crime anonymously.

The initiative comes after the death of 16-year-old Kayden Moy at Irvine beach, Ayrshire, on May 17.