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Kathleen Speirs

Partner of shooting victim Graham 'Kermit' Williamson launches charity in his memory

The partner of shooting victim Graham 'Kermit' Williamson has launched an online charity in his memory.

Dad Graham, 26, was gunned down outside his home in  Blantyre, ­South Lanarkshire, on August 17.

His distraught partner Amanda, who is mum to their young son, said her heart had been ripped out after the shooting.

She has set up an online charity in his name two months after his death.

The Facebook group, Graham's Rainbow, aims to raise money for Families Affected By Murder And Suicide (FAMS) through a series of fundraisers.

Young dad Graham Williamson was gunned down outside his own home in Blantyre (Daily Record)

A statement on the page read: "Graham's Rainbow has been created in the loving memory of Graham Williamson, whose life was sadly taken from us on August of this year.

"This page will dedicated to raising funds for FAMS (Family’s Affected By Murder and Suicide) both very close to all of our hearts. 

"We will be hosting regular charitable events in aid of this wonderful charity and also in Graham’s memory."

Since it was launched a few days ago, the page has amassed over 1,700 followers.

Graham's Rainbow aims to raise money for charity, FAMS. (Facebook)

A further statement read: "To say we are absolutely astounded by the response Graham’s Rainbow has had is an understatement.

"We are feeling so grateful and giving so much love to everyone who has liked, shared and commented on the page.

"It’s been so overwhelming.

Graham “Kermit” Williamson was shot down at his home in Blantyre (Internet Unknown)

"We are so happy that you all will get to share this journey with us."

Yesterday the Daily Record revealed Spanish police had arrested a 26-year-old Scot in connection with the death.

He is being held on behalf of Police Scotland as he awaits extradition back to Scotland next month.

A team from the force has gone to Spain to escort him back to Scotland.

It is expected that he will appear in court shortly after his return.

Two men have already been charged with dad-of-one Graham’s alleged murder and have appeared in court.

A spokesman for the police said: “Police Scotland can confirm a 26-year-old man was arrested in Spain on an international arrest warrant in connection with the fatal shooting of Graham Williamson in Blantyre.

“Inquiries are continuing.”

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