Schoolboy, nine, found dead in Lesmahagow wooded area was 'loved by all'

A nine-year-old who was found dead in a wooded area in South Lanarkshire has been described as an ‘energetic fun-loving boy’.

Emergency services were called to woods near Abbeygreen Road in Lesmahagow shortly before 7pm on Sunday night, but the schoolboy, who has been named locally as Jordan, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say that enquiries are ongoing but there are no suspicious circumstances.

A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Jordan was a pupil at Woodpark Primary School in Lesmahagow.

A post on the school’s website said: “Dear Parents and Carers,

“You might find some of the information in the leaflet useful when talking to your child about the tragic event this weekend.

“We are here to help support you and your child, please do contact the school if you would like to talk further.”

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 6.50pm on Sunday, June 2, 2024, we were called to a report of concern for a child in a wooded area near to Abbeygreen Road, Lesmahagow.

“Emergency services attended but the nine-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Enquiries are ongoing but there are no suspicious circumstances. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.”

Debbie MacKenna, headteacher at Woodpark Primary School, said: “We are all deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Jordan, who was a valued member of our school community.

“Jordan was an energetic, fun-loving boy who was loyal to his friends and family, and was loved by us all. His radiant smile, his singing and dancing and his sense of humour lit up our school.

“We keep Jordan’s family and friends very much in our thoughts and prayers, and we will continue to support our school community at this very sad time.”