15-year-old boy who died at Lochore Meadows named

A 15-year-old boy who died at Lochore Meadows has been named as Alexander McNab.

Around 1.20pm on Sunday, 29 June, 2025, the body of a male youth was recovered from the water at Lochore Meadows in Crosshill, Fife.

The family of paddle boarder Alexander, who had been reported missing on Saturday, 28 June, was then informed.

There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances, and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Alexander’s family has released the following statement via Police Scotland:

“Alexander was much loved, caring, adventurous, bold, hard-working, ambitious and always looking out and caring for others.

“He is a much-loved son, brother, grandson, cousin, friend and boyfriend and a big part of his local community.

“Alexander will be forever missed by those that knew him and loved him.

“The family would appreciate privacy at this emotional time.”

Detective Sergeant Duncan Thompson said: “Our thoughts are very much with Alexander’s family at this very distressing time and we have specialist officers supporting them.”