The outpouring of grief after the death of Amber Gibson as a shocked community member

There has been a spate of grief after a young Scotsman was found dead in South Lanarkhire.

The body of 16-year-old Amber Gibson, known as Amber Niven, was found in a wooded area of ​​Hamilton.

Police and search teams patrolled the scene near Cadzow Glen following the discovery at 15am on Sunday, November 28.

They also closed and patrolled Cadzow Street with an investigation that lasted into the night, revealing images of the scene.

Amber was reported missing in the Hamilton area on Friday 26 November with a death currently being treated by police as undisclosed.

Now, the local community has paid tribute to the young child.

Diane Gilroy said: “God bless you dear RIP.

“Compassion is for all her family and friends and anyone who knew this little girl.

“Bad news.”

Catherine Kelly wrote: “How sad it is to hear this, it is very sad.

“RIP a beautiful young girl. XX”

Janice Toynbee added: “My heart aches for her family, what a world we live in, in the hope that the red ribbon is wrapped around the soft wings of angels.

Sophie Jones commented: “My heart ached, she was just plain lazy.

“The thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.”

Lindsay McNeill observed: “Many young people are losing their lives.

“The thoughts are with her family who should be completely sad.”

Liz Boland wrote: “The saddest news.

“The prayers of his family.

“Fly high with the Angels of Amber.”

Jane McVey added: “Sad thoughts and prayers for Amber and her family at this very sad time, fly little angel.”

Christine Lithgow commented: “It is very sad … the world is so cruel. The thoughts are with her friends and family.”

Questions about Amber Gibson’s death continue.

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