A 15-year-old girl was taken to Kilmarnock's Crosshouse Hospital by ambulance yesterday afternoon after being found drunk at Irvine beach.
Paramedics arrived at the boating pond shortly after 2pm yesterday and found the girl who had been indulging in underage drinking in the area that day with a group of teens.
It is believed the youngster was drinking Buckfast with a group of friends before taking unwell.
The intoxicated teen was given emergency assistance by a Coastwatch volunteer while waiting for paramedics to arrive.
Police confirmed today that they received a report of a group of youths underage drinking, and a 15-year-old girl having taken unwell, on Irvine beach.
Emergency services attended and the girl was taken to Crosshouse Hospital for treatment.
Cops in Irvine are now urging parents to warn kids about the dangers of underage drinking.
Sergeant Allan Glass from Irvine police station said: “Officers carry out regular patrols in the area and anyone caught drinking alcohol will have it confiscated and could receive a fixed penalty notice.
“We work closely with local licensed premises regarding this issue and would like to remind people that buying alcohol for someone underage is a crime and you could be charged.
“We would also like to take this opportunity to urge parents to speak to their children about the dangers and consequences associated with underage drinking and to always ensure they know where they are and what they are doing.
“Anyone with information or concerns regarding this issue can contact Police Scotland through 101.”
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