Tributes have been paid to a young Celtic fan who died after he was hit by a car at the weekend.

James Morrison, 15, died after he was involved in a collision with a Renault Traffic MPV on the B925 road near to Crossgates at around 11.45 pm on Saturday.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, where James, from Cowdenbeath, was sadly pronounced dead.

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No one else was injured during this incident and inquiries to establish the full circumstances are continuing.

Anyone with information is asked to come forward.

In a statement issued through Police Scotland, James' family said: “James was a caring fun loving son, grandson and brother who would do anything for anybody.

"He will be truly missed by his family and friends.

"The family wish to express their thanks for the messages they have received and they wish to be left to come to terms with their loss.”

His sister, Tammi added: “James was a wee raj and my wee best pal from birth. A bond that can’t be broken. I will love and miss him everyday.”

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Inspector Brenda Sinclair from Fife's Road Policing Unit said: "Our thoughts and sympathies are with the family of James Morrison at this time and we are continuing with our investigation to establish exactly what has happened.

"I would urge any motorists or members of the public who were in the area of the B925 on Saturday evening and witnessed the collision to contact police immediately if they have not already done so.

"Similarly, if you believe you have any other information relevant to this inquiry then please also get in touch."

Those with information can contact the Road Policing Unit in Fife via 101 and quote incident number 4806 of the 16th June.