The heartbroken employers of a young Scots outdoor activities instructor have hailed the 'gifted' lad who 'had so much more to give' after a teenager appeared in court charged with his murder.
Lewis McCartney, 18, was found with serious injuries on Viewcraig Street in Edinburgh at around 3.45am on Sunday, February 12. He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh but died a short time later.
Bailey Dowling, 19 and of London, made no plea when he appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court accused of murder on Wednesday. Lewis worked at outdoor sports centre Bridge 8 Hub and Paddle Cafe, in the capital, and was a trainee instructor for mountain biking, paddle boarding and kayaking sessions.
