Teenage biker killed in crash was 'deeply loved'

A teenage biker who died in a crash in Aberdeenshire was "deeply loved", relatives have said.

Kayden Thompson, 17, died after the accident on the B9031 Macduff to Fraserburgh road near Pennan at about 17:30 on Monday.

No other vehicles were involved.

In a statement, his family said: "We are devastated at the loss of our deeply loved son, brother, grandson and nephew Kayden."

They added: "He will be missed by all who knew him, especially family. Kayden, also known as Kayda and K: forever 17 and forever Dawn and Alan's little boy."

He had been riding a black Honda CB500 motorcycle when the crash happened. He died at the scene.

The road was closed for about six hours for accident investigators to examine the scene.

Sgt Pete Henderson, of Police Scotland, said: "Our thoughts are with Kayden's family and friends at this very difficult time.

"I'd like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far. If anyone else has information and has yet to come forward, I'd ask them to please do so. I'm especially keen to hear from anyone with dash-cam footage."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland.