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Family pay tribute to ‘dearly loved’ Kane, 10, in statement following Coupar Angus tragedy

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The family of a 10-year-old boy who died in an incident in Coupar Angus have issued a heartfelt tribute to the “popular, dearly loved” youngster.

Kane Morris was pronounced dead at the scene in a property in Union Street yesterday following a call to police at about 2.30am.

An eight-year-old girl was rushed to hospital with life threatening injuries. Police say her condition is now “critical but stable”.

A 37-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Kane’s family has released the following statement: “Kane was a popular young boy within the community, he was full of energy and loved dearly by all.

“As you can understand, this is a devastating experience for us as a family. Although we appreciate all your well wishes, we ask for privacy at this highly sensitive time.

Detective Inspector Ross Fitzgerald from the Major Investigation Team said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts at this time remain with those involved.

Forensic investigations outside the property in Coupar Angus.

“Our inquiries are ongoing and the community will continue to see a police presence in the area while these are progressed. We appreciate this has been a very traumatic incident for those involved and the impact this has had on the local community.

“While our inquiries are ongoing, we do believe this was an isolated and contained incident.

“I’d like to thank the community for their patience and understanding as our investigation continues. Local officers will be conducting patrols if anyone with concerns wishes to speak to them.”