A crowdfunder page has been launched to raise money for the family of Sean McKay, who was stabbed to death on a street in Dalry on Sunday evening [October 10].

Mr McKay, 23, was fatally stabbed for 'absolutely no reason' in an act of violence in what police described as simply being in the 'same place as the man at the same time.'

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The crowdfunding page has already raised over £2,900 with the money aiming to support the young father's family who was 'murdered on his way home from work.'

Ardrossan and Saltcoats Herald:

According to the page, those behind it are friends of the McKay family who "I wanted to do this to give Sean the send-off he deserves."

It describes the fatal incident on Sean as a "vicious attack".

The crowdfunder continues: "He leaves behind his partner Chloe and their young son Oscar.

"His Mum Debbie, her husband John his father Glenn and his devoted sisters are devastated.

Sean comes from a big family but I wanted to do this to give Sean the send-off he deserves. Gone too soon and for being in the wrong place at the wrong time."

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To donate to the crowdfunder, please visit: Crowdfunding to Sean McKay was murdered on his was home from work. he was a young father and loved dearly by his family. any donation is appreciated thanks on JustGiving