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11-Year-Old Dies Suddenly on New Year's Day
6 Jan
Summary
- An 11-year-old boy named Mason Neal died on New Year's Day.
- He felt unwell hours before his sudden passing on January 1st.
- A community fundraiser has raised over £13,500 for his family.
An 11-year-old boy named Mason Neal has tragically passed away on New Year's Day, January 1st, 2026. He fell ill just hours before his sudden death, leaving his family devastated and heartbroken.
Mason's mother, Lucy, shared an emotional tribute, remembering her son as a 'loving, caring, bright, cheeky, and handsome little man'. She expressed the profound grief and disbelief the family is experiencing, highlighting that '4,322 days with you will never be enough'.
The Staxigoe community has come together to support Mason's family, establishing a fundraiser that has rapidly raised over £13,500. Police Scotland confirmed they were called to the incident on January 1st, 2026, and stated there are no suspicious circumstances. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
