Candle-lit tribute to tragic Kyle

vigil: friends remember Kyle Winterbottom

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FRIENDS and relatives of 16-year-old fall victim Kyle Winterbottom have held a moving candlelit vigil in his memory.

Family and friends of Kyle, who died last wek in a 40ft fall, paid tribute to the popular teenager.

Dozens of people paid their respects at Limeside Park, close to Kyle’s home, and lit lanterns and candles. They also held a minute’s silence.

Organiser and best friend Sam Higgins said: “He deserves to be remembered. We reminisced about him. It was important because he was popular and well-loved.”

Friends of the teen are now focused on helping his family, who have been struggling to pay for the funeral.


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