Memorial service for schoolboy killed in Glasgow
A memorial service has been held for Amen Teklay, the teenager killed earlier this month in Glasgow.
The 15-year-old died after being found seriously injured in the St George's Cross area of the city on 5 March.
His loved ones gathered at King's Park Parish Church on Monday to remember the schoolboy, who has been described as "bright" and "kind".
Plans are being made for Amen's body to be flown to Ethiopia where a full funeral will take place.
Amen, who was originally from Eritrea, had been living in Glasgow with his father for a number of years. He also recently received "right to remain" status in the UK.
There were emotional scenes outside the church after the ceremony as Amen's coffin was driven away in a hearse.
Jamie O'Neill, Amen's Support Worker at Kingsway Community Connections said: "Today was on opportunity for people to grieve and say goodbye to Amen before he is returned to his family, who are in Ethiopia.
"It has been a tough few weeks to process everything going on and it hurts to see young people in tears whilst mourning the loss of someone so special to them.
"I hope we can continue to pull together to support each other and forgive when we can.
"Amen's father has been clear that he does not wish what has happened to Amen, to happen to anyone else, and that for us all to work towards."
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Three teenagers, aged 14, 15 and 16, have appeared at Glasgow Sheriff court charged in connection with Amen's death.
Two are charged with murder whilst the 15-year-old is facing an assault charge.
All have made no plea and the 14-year-old and 16-year-old have been remanded in custody.
A GoFundMe crowdfunding appeal set up to raise money for Amen's family is close to reaching its £10,000 target.
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