The family of a mother and son who died after an emergency at Aberdeen Beach have spoken of their ‘unbelievable hurt’ at their loss.
Lucas, six, and Julie, 37, died after being swept into the sea by a freak wave on Saturday.
Josh Dawson, believed to be Julie’s brother, wrote online: “So hurtful to lose a family member in such terrible circumstances.
“I’ll be thinking of you both everyday for the rest of my life. May my sister and little nephew rest in peace.”
It is understood that two brothers Lucas and Samuel Walker, aged six and 13, were paddling in the water by Aberdeen beach when they were swept away and their mother Julie, 37, was joined by others in a desperate bid to save them.
Police have confirmed that Julie Walker, and her son Lucas, 6, died following the incident.
Floral tributes have been laid at the site of the tragedy by members of the public.
Samuel Walker, a 25 year-old woman and 28 year-old man were also taken to hospital, where the young boy remains.
The woman and man have since been discharged.
The tragedy has hit the local community hard with many taking to social media to share their sympathy for the family.
Larraine Ritchie said on Facebook: “The North Sea can be so cruel my heart goes out to the family and mother and son.”
Lesley Macmillan said on Facebook: ” Thoughts are with there loved ones at this really difficult time.”
Former Aberdeen FC goalkeeper Jamie Langfield said on Twitter: “Thoughts and prayers go out to the woman and child’s family who lost there lives at Aberdeen beach last night. Devastating news.”
