Kayden was best at giving cuddles. Always singing, dancing and smiling. He loved jumping in puddles
MOVING TRIBUTES TO MURDERED FOUR-YEAR-OLD
Heartfelt tributes were paid yesterday to a four-year-old boy found dead inside a Paisley flat.
Police have confirmed they are treating the death of Kayden Frank as murder as the local community comes to terms with the shocking loss of a child so young.
An image of the tragic youngster, who it is believed was killed by his father, named locally as Steven Frank, was released yesterday.
Tragic Kayden, who attended Douglas Street Nursery, and 38-year-old Frank were found dead inside a property on Argyle Street in the town’s west end on Monday night.
Ahead of a Renfrewshire Council meeting, director of children’s services Steven Quinn paid tribute to Kayden as a “loving wee boy who had a great sense of humour, was never without a smile and loved baking scones”.
Mr Quinn (below) told councillors yesterday: “First of all, it is with great sorrow I speak to you this afternoon to let you know that one of Renfrewshire’s children Kayden Frank, aged four, has very sadly died.
“Kayden was known to social work and also attended Douglas Street Nursery and has been described by his head of centre as a lovely boy, endowed with an amazing sense of humour, always smiling, singing and dancing.
“He was the best at giving cuddles with a big, loving heart. He also loved jumping in puddles at the forest kindergarten and baking scones.
“Our thoughts and our prayers are with Kayden’s family at this time and we will continue to support police with their enquiries.”
Forensic officers have been in attendance at the Argyle Street property during the last few days.
Police confirmed Kayden’s death was being treated as murder following a post mortem examination.
Officers attended at the flat around 8pm following a concern of welfare report. Ambulance crews embarked on a mercy dash to the scene but the pair could not be saved.
The man’s death is not being treated as suspicious.
Police say there is no information to suggest anyone else has been involved in the incident and that enquiries are continuing. Kayden’s family have asked for their privacy to be respected as they process what has happened.
Detective Chief Inspector Christopher Thomson, of the major investigation team, said: “Our thoughts are with Kayden’s family and friends, along with everyone affected by this tragedy.
“We are providing his family with specialist support at this incredibly difficult time and officers are continuing enquiries to try and get some answers for them.
“Kayden’s family have requested that their privacy is respected at this time.” A report has been sent to the procurator fiscal.