Family devastated at loss of 'beautiful and brave' nine year old girl in Tayside
A man has been charged in connection with the girl's death after officers were called out to Arbroath's Elliot Industrial Estate
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The family of a nine-year-old girl who died after being found seriously injured in Arbroath say she was "absolutely incredible, beautiful and brave".
Minnie Merriman, from West Yorkshire, was found seriously injured just after midnight on Monday at the Elliot industrial estate in the Angus town and taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, where she later died.
A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death and is due to appear at Forfar Sheriff Court today.
Tribute to 'brave Minnie Moo.'
Officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death.
In a statement released via Police Scotland her family said: “We are devastated with the loss of our beloved, absolutely incredible, beautiful and brave Minnie Moo.
“Our family asks that our privacy is respected at this extremely difficult time.”
The family, who were camping in the area, are being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Inspector Mike Ness of the Major Investigation Team said: "Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by these events, especially Minnie's family.
"A police presence will remain in the area while our enquiries continue.
"Anyone with any concerns, or information, should approach these officers or contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0008 of Monday, 3 August 2026."