Floral tributes have been left to Zaine, pictured on the right.
The family of a 14-year-old boy who died while out with friends over the weekend has thanked those who tried to save his life.
Zaine Grieve died after falling ill in the Portlethen area on Saturday night.
He is believed to have fallen and injured himself while standing at School Brae, Portlethen, a few hundred yards away from Hillside School.
In a statement, Zaine’s family said: “We have been left absolutely devastated by the death of Zaine who was a much-loved son and brother.
“Zaine was extremely popular and will be missed by all his family and many friends.
“We would like to thank the passers-by who stopped and tried their best to save Zaine’s life, as well as the emergency services who attended. We would also like to thank everyone who has sent us messages of support.
“We ask that our privacy be respected at this very difficult time.”
Family pay tribute to ‘much-loved’ north-east teen who died while out with friends
