Tributes paid to ‘much-loved’ boy killed in Gateshead commercial property hearth

A 14-year-old boy whose frame used to be discovered after a big hearth in Gateshead used to be “valued and much loved”, his headteacher has mentioned.

Fourteen youngsters had been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over the loss of life of Layton Carr, from South Tyneside.

Layton’s frame used to be discovered after emergency products and services had been referred to as to a fireplace in a development close to Fairfield commercial park on Friday night time.

The loss of life of {the teenager}, who used to be a 12 months 9 scholar at Hebburn complete faculty in Hebburn, had devastated the varsity group, mentioned its headteacher, David Thompson.

“It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the tragic loss of one of our pupils, Layton Carr, following an accident on Friday night, as reported in the news,” Thompson mentioned. “Our school community is heartbroken. Layton was a valued and much-loved member of year 9, and he will be greatly missed by everyone. We extend our sincere condolences to Layton’s family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.

“As a school, we will rally together to support one another through this tragedy. Anyone who wishes to pay their respects is invited to lay flowers at the fence in front of the bungalow in memory of Layton.”

Fourteen youngsters elderly between 11 and 14 – of whom 11 had been boys and 3 had been ladies – had been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after the loss of life of {the teenager}, Northumbria police mentioned on Saturday.

On Sunday night time a police spokesperson mentioned the kids had all been “released on police bail pending further inquiries”.

At the doorway to the commercial park as regards to the place Layton used to be discovered wellwishers left bouquets of flora, card and tributes, reported Chronicle Live. One message learn: “You were a sensitive soul with a kind heart. You will be deeply missed.” Another mentioned: “Layton, thanks for brightening up our lives. You will be missed beyond words.”

A GoFundMe crowdfunder arrange by means of the most efficient pal of {the teenager}’s mom has raised greater than £8,000 against the prices of his funeral.

Police mentioned they won reviews of the fireplace in a while after 8pm on Friday on the commercial web site at the southern banks of the River Tyne.

A police spokesperson mentioned: “Sadly, following searches carried out by Northumbria police and partners at Tyne and Wear fire and rescue service, a body believed to be that of 14-year-old Layton Carr was located deceased inside the building.

“His next of kin have been informed and are currently being supported by specialist officers.”

The spokesperson added: “Inquiries are at an early stage and members of the public are asked not to speculate online or in the community.”

DCI Louise Jenkins of Northumbria police mentioned: “This is an extremely tragic incident where a boy has sadly lost his life. Our thoughts are with Layton’s family as they begin to attempt to process the loss of their loved one.

“Our specialist officers will continue to support them in whatever way they can. We ask that their privacy be respected at this time.”

Jenkins mentioned a cordon used to be in position whilst police performed inquiries to determine “the full circumstances surrounding the incident”. She added that officials could be within the house to “offer reassurance to the public”.

Anyone who has data that would assist the investigation has been instructed to touch Northumbria police by means of sending an immediate message on social media or by means of the use of the “live chat” or “report” purposes at the drive’s web site.