Boy, 11, Dies After Stock Car Accident

An 11-year-old champion mini stock car driver critically injured at an event in Lochgelly on Saturday has died.

Keir Millar, from Lockerbie, passed away peacefully at around 4pm on Monday at the Sick Kids Hospital, Edinburgh.

The youngster won the Ninja Kart Championship in England. and took part in the Ministox racing circuit.

Police were called to the Lochgelly Raceway on Saturday night.

He was originally taken to the Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy but was later transferred to the Royal Hospital for Sick Children.

A family spokesperson said: "The family of Keir Millar are extremely distraught at the passing of their son. He was a much loved son and brother and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

"The family is requesting privacy at this most difficult time."

 

 

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