Crowds turnout for the funeral of Shellie Callaghan
The schoolgirl, who was described as “popular” and “beautiful” by her friends, died suddenly earlier this month, after she fell ill at a house party in Newtongrange, Midlothian.
Police issued a drugs warning just hours after her death.
Yesterday, her funeral was held at Newbattle Parish Church in Midlothian where crowds of people gathered to pay tribute to the 16 year-old.
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Hide AdMany wrote heartfelt messages to the teenager following the “beautiful” service.
St David’s High School tweeted: “A beautiful Farewell Service this morning for Shellie.
“Very proud of all the respectful young people from SDHS & NCHS. RIP.”
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