JustGiving page set up to help fund funeral of tragic schoolboy Blake Ross, 13, who died after going missing in Edinburgh
Cops confirmed today that Blake had passed away after falling ill on a bus and now his former classmates are pulling together to raise cash
A TRAGIC teen who died after going missing has had a fundraising drive set up to help his family pay for his funeral.
Blake Ross, 13, was reported missing from the Howdenhall area of Edinburgh without his medication on Saturday.
after falling ill on a Lothian bus on Monday.
And now those touched by the heartbreaking story of Blake are raising cash to help his relatives.
Two campaigns were launched at a similar time to appeal to the public who were touched by his sad story.
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At the moment donations stand at more than £300 and include pledges from former classmates of the boy and friends of his mother.
A set up by a family friend says they hope to give him the send-off Blake deserves.
She wrote: "He was a much-loved son, brother/triplet, grandson, nephew and great friend to many. Blake was such a lovely little boy.
"I feel us the community should do our bit to help give him the send-off he deserves. No matter how big or how small, every little helps RIP ANGEL XX."
Police are currently treating Blake's tragic death as unexplained.
Superintendent Lesley Clark of Edinburgh Division said: “This is a tragic death of a young boy and our thoughts are with Blake’s family at this very difficult time.
“In the coming days and weeks we will be working with our relevant partners to support his loved ones and provide them with all the necessary support and assistance they require.
“In addition, we will be continuing to conduct our investigation to establish the full circumstances surrounding Blake’s death and submit our findings to the Procurator Fiscal.
“Our inquiries are ongoing and we would ask anyone with information regarding Blake’s movements between the afternoon of Saturday 11th February and Monday 13th February to contact us on 101.”
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