Tributes paid to teens who died in West Highland crash as support offered to school pupils

Support is being offered to youngsters in Lochaber after three teenage boys were killed in a one-vehicle crash in the West Highlands.

Fergus Ward, Lewis Knox and Jordan Cameron were confirmed dead at the scene of the crash on the A830 between Mallaig and Arisaig at around 11.15pm on Thursday.

The group, all in their late teens, attended Lochaber High School in Fort William, where staff and pupils have been left “deeply saddened”.

A statement shared on the school’s social media said: “We are deeply saddened by the recent tragedy in our community. Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone affected at this very difficult time.

“In times of sadness, the strength of our community shines through the compassion and kindness we show each other. Please know that we are here for you and your children.”

A minute’s silence was held at Fort William Shinty Club on Saturday, as the players marked the loss of Fergus and Lewism, who were both regular first-team members at the club.

‘We’ll pull together’

Caol and Mallaig councillor John Grafton said the community will pull together and support services will be provided for pupils and parents at Lochaber High from Monday.

“We are a very tight community”, he said. “I think times like this, the community spirit just shines through.

“We’ll pull together and do what is needed.

“For the people grieving, it’s going to take years, if ever, and the support throughout those years will be provided.

Tributes have been paid throughout the community. STV News

“We have a guidance service within the school to support pupils.”

The club also posted a statement, which read: “Fergus Ward and Lewis Knox were both regular members of FWSC, developing right through the youth ranks and were an integral part of the current under-17s squad.

“Both boys have deep family connections to the club.

A silence was held at Fort William Shinty Club on Saturday. STV News

“The boys will be greatly missed by their families, friends and the wider community.”

Inspector Donnie MacKinnon said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the people who died as a result of this crash.

“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash and hasn’t already spoken to officers to get in touch.

“I would also appeal to anyone who was in the area and who may have dash cam footage which could assist to contact us.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 3941 of August 28, 2025.