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Ross Dunn

Kilmarnock fan passes away after suffering cardiac arrest following Ayrshire Derby

Tributes have been paid to a Kilmarnock fan who passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest following the Ayrshire Derby.

The supporter received treatment on Rugby Road just outside Rugby Park after the game which Ayr United won 2-1.

Medics tended to the man and he was taken to Crosshouse Hospital where he tragically passed away.

A statement from Kilmarnock reads: "It is with immense sadness that we inform fans of the passing of a Kilmarnock supporter following last night’s Ayrshire Derby.

"The fan suffered a cardiac arrest and received treatment on Rugby Road following last night’s game. After being treated by medics at the scene, the supporter was transferred to Crosshouse Hospital where he sadly passed away.

"Our condolences and the thoughts of everyone at Kilmarnock Football Club go out to his family, friends and loved ones."

A statement on Ayr United's Twitter added: "Our condolences and the thoughts of everyone at Ayr United Football Club go out to his family, friends and loved ones."

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