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Teenagers jailed for murdering 16-year-old in beach knife attack

Teenagers jailed for murdering 16-year-old in beach knife attack

Summary

Three teenagers have been sentenced to jail for murdering 16-year-old Kayden Moy during a stabbing attack on a beach in North Ayrshire. The offenders traveled to the beach armed and intended to retaliate against a rival group before stabbing Moy, who died after falling to the ground.

Key Facts

  • Kayden Moy was stabbed to death on Irvine Beach on May 17, 2025.
  • Cole Turley, 18, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to at least 16 years in jail.
  • Jay Stewart, 19, and a 15-year-old boy were also convicted and sentenced to minimum terms of 16 and 14 years, respectively.
  • The attackers belonged to the Murray Boys gang and targeted Moy, who was part of a rival group called Himshie.
  • After the stabbing, the attackers hugged each other and later mocked Moy by creating a rap song.
  • The attackers had traveled to the beach with weapons, including a lock knife and an extendable baton.
  • Stewart had past convictions related to weapons and had made threats toward Moy on social media.
  • The judge described the killing as "pointless and unnecessary," highlighting the violence as a tragic act of retaliation.
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