Heartfelt tributes have poured in after 'cheeky' Leith icon Dawson McTaggart died unexpectedly.
Dawson was well known by those who lived in the area for frequently singing in the streets and stopping to chat with strangers passing by.
He was also said to have been a frequent visitor to many local pubs and bars, and garnered a reputation among locals as a 'harmless headache' with a loveable personality.
Those who knew Dawson, or had memorable encounters with him, have been sharing photos and stories on social media.
As reported by the Daily Record, community group Friends of the Water of Leith Basin said: “R.I.P Dawson McTaggart. Loved by many, heard by all.
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“His father Walter, a Leither, was a singer and became a professional footballer for Brighton Hove Albion.
“Dawson said that’s where he got his energy and voice from and how he knew so many songs. Dawson was injured in a car crash in his youth.”
Dawson's cousin, Shirley Dray, wrote: “Thank you everyone for your lovely comments. I was his oldest cousin. Babysat him. Nicest person ever.
“After he had his accident, he was never the same but his humour shone through his personality. Only one Dawson.”
Another local said: “He was some cookie. Will miss him. Loads of lovely comments for a lovely guy.”
Peter Swanson added: “Leith pub-watch will never be the same. Harmless likeable wee guy RIP.”
Andrew Little posted: “Up there with Charlie and Mo now, his beloved mongrels. Not only a Leith legend but a Moredun one too. Rest in peace Dawson. You were one of a kind.”
And Thomas Imrie said: “He was who he was, harmless and full of laughter and sometimes a headache but can’t we all be at times. RIP.”
