A young Scots woman has died in Turkey after reportedly undergoing gastric band surgery.
Shannon Bowe, 28, from Denny, near Falkirk, died on Saturday, April 1. Her loved ones have been left devastated following her death.
It understood that Shannon travelled to Turkey for the weight loss procedure.
It is unclear where she received the operation or whether complications led to her death.
Following the tragedy, her heartbroken loved ones have turned to social media to pay tribute.
Her boyfriend, Ross Stirling, wrote: "Sleep tight my angel, love you forever and always.”
Her aunt Amanda Bowe posted: "My beautiful niece Shannon, there are no words, just heartbreak and grief.
"Life can be so cruel. She was a beautiful, funny, crazy girl who will always live in my heart. "You will be sorely missed."
Friend Clare-Louise Farrell described Shannon as "the brightest spirit in the pub".
Her tribute reads: "Such a sad time to learn of the passing of such a beautiful young soul, Shannon Bowe.
"You always had the brightest spirit be it in the pub or when I saw you at work.
"Your smile was infectious and lit up even the darkest of days."
Another friend posted: “Sad to see the news of Shannon Bowe thoughts with all friends and family.”
Someone else commented: “No words, absolutely devastated. Life is so cruel. You will be forever in our hearts Shannon Bowe.”
A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office spokesperson said: “We are supporting the family of a British national who died in Turkey and are in contact with the local authorities.”
NHS weight loss surgery
The gastric band procedure is a form of weight-loss surgery which places a band around the stomach to shrink it in size. The operation allows the stomach to create a small pouch towards the top.
It can lead to significant weight loss, however, the NHS states that it is a major operation and should only be considered after trying to lose weight through a healthy diet and exercise.
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