The funeral of a 12-year-old girl who was killed in Motherwell will take place this weekend.

A service remembering Abbie McLaren will take place in Crosshill Church, Windmillhill Street, Motherwell at 10.15 am on Saturday. 

Dozens of floral and balloon tributes have been laid on the pavement in the town for the popular schoolgirl.

Around 300 people took in a torchlight procession to highlight road safety concerns following the death of 12 year old Abbie McLaren in Motherwell last weekend.

Calling for greater road safety measures, the march passed the place where Abbie was killed.

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We previously reported how Abbie's grandmother paid a heartbreaking tribute to her.

Writing on social media, Abbie’s gran said “she will sadly be missed and a part of my heart has died with her too.”

She added: “Well, tonight my heart has been ripped out. I can’t express how I feel. My precious granddaughter Abbie has been taken away from us. So young and so beautiful. Let the angels look after her now. She will sadly be missed and a part of my heart has died with her too.

"I love you so much, Abbie. Words can't explain how I will not cope without you now. You always lit up the room everytime you came in, always giving us kisses and cuddles.”

Martin McGuire was arrested and appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court charged with road traffic offences.

The 38-year-old from Hamilton made no plea and was remanded in custody.

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