The family's homage to 'Loving Boy' at Bill Quay Fire killed

The family of 14-year-old Layton Carr, who died in a former industrial area at the crime scene, described him as “our bright and beautiful boys”.

On Friday evening, in a building in Fairfield Industrial Park in Bill Quay in Gateshead in a building in Fairfield Industrial Park.

Eleven boys and three girls between the ages of 11 and 14 were arrested for suspected homicide, and the police confirmed that two other boys at the age of 12 were also arrested. All 16 children were released for deposit.

Layton's family said in a homage: “Layton was a typical 14-year-old boy, a cheeky, happy boy. Despite his cheeky side, Layton had an absolute heart of gold and would do everything for anyone.”

The local community reacted with shock and flowers and honors were laid at the scene.

His family, who also published a picture of the teenager, said: “He was loved by everything that hit him, and it was shown.”

“He was a family boy who loved his mom and sisters more than anything in the world,” they said.

“Layton, we love you more than all words can ever explain. You will miss more than you will ever know. Our brighter and beautiful boy.”

In the meantime, more than 18,000 pounds were collected for Layton's mother via a Gofundme call call.

Firefighters were called to the fire shortly after 7:50 pm, where the crews with “a heavy fire within a section of one of the buildings” met.

“As a result of the fire, a person we believe that they are 14-year-old Layton Carr became died by our firefighters,” said a spokesman for Tyne and Wear and emergency services.

The fire, which was brought under control shortly before midnight, broke out in a large building on the property, which has largely been decayed in recent years.

Among the tribute on Monday was Layton's friend Mason, also 14, who put flowers on site with his mother, which gave him permission to speak to the BBC.

“He was only the most positive person I ever knew,” he said.

“He always managed to make people laugh, he was always there for me.

“Even if nobody else was by my side and it didn't matter whether I was afraid or he was, he was always there to support me or protect me or anything.

“I just can't believe it is gone.”

Employees and students of the Hebburn Comprehensive School, in which Layton took part, also paid their respect.

Headmaster David Thompson said: “Our school community is broken with a broken heart” and “As a school we will gather together to support each other”.

“Layton was an estimated and popular member of the 9th grade and he is very missing by everyone,” he said.

An examination of the fire and Layton's death continues.

The Northumbria police asked everyone to contact them.

Det ch Insp Louise Jenkins said: “Our thoughts remain with Layton's family at this devastating time.

“I would remind everyone not to speculate about details of the incident online or in the community – what could appear like a simple contribution to social media could disturb an ongoing examination.

“The spread of malicious communication is classified as a crime, and those who decide to participate could be subject to law enforcement.”