Girl, 9, who died camping in Arbroath named as Minnie Merriman
Girl, 9, who died camping in Arbroath named as Minnie

A nine-year-old girl who died while camping with her family in Arbroath has been named as Minnie Merriman.

Incident details

The schoolgirl was found seriously injured at the Elliot Industrial Estate just after midnight on Monday, August 3. She was rushed to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee but died from her injuries shortly after arrival.

Three other people were taken to the hospital and later released. A 35-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with her death.

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Ongoing investigation

This is a breaking news story. Further updates will be provided as they become available.

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