A DATE has been set for the start of an inquiry into the death of an eight-year-old schoolboy at a graveyard.

Ciaran Williamson died in May last year after being crushed by a falling headstone at Craigton Cemetery.

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The Crown Office has announced a Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) is to be begin on November 7 2016 to investigate Ciaran's death.

Glasgow Times:

It will take place at Glasgow Sheriff Court.

The youngster had been playing with friends at the graveyard when a tombstone toppled onto him.

He was taken to hospital but died a short time later.

READ MORE: Donations handed in to Ciaran's school after his tragic death in Cardonald cemetery