A MAN has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a Scottish student who was knocked down in Yorkshire.
Fraser McLintock, who was from Glasgow but was studying dentistry at the University of Newcastle, died in hospital almost a week after being struck by a car in the centre of Leeds.
The 19-year-old, described as a "talented sportsman" and "genuine young man", is believed to have been on a night out with friends when the incident happened on February 11.
He died last Friday in Leeds General Infirmary with his family at his side.
West Yorkshire Police said a 38-year-old man had been charged in connection with his death.
Mr McLintock was a former pupil of Jordanhill Secondary School in Glasgow, and rector Dr Paul Thomson last night paid tribute to the high-achieving teenager who was the school Dux.
Dr Thomson said: "Fraser was a gifted scholar who was the Dux of Jordanhill School in 2009 prior to commencing his course in dentistry in the autumn of 2010.
"A talented sportsman, I enjoyed watching Fraser play tennis on a number of occasions.
"Above all, Fraser was a very genuine young man who was admired and respected by all of his peers and by the staff. He brought great credit to himself and his family in everything he did."
He added: "Fraser represented everything that is good about Scottish society and education. His loss has come as a great blow to the whole Jordanhill community, who extend their sympathy and support to his family at this difficult time."
Mr McLintock will be laid to rest at a private family service at Clydebank Crematorium today. His friends and peers have been invited to a memorial service at Glasgow University Chapel afterwards.
Dr Thomson confirmed that he and some of his colleagues will attend the memorial service, along with many people from the local community.
It is believed the school will be holding a memorial service for the former pupil in the near future.
Staff from the University of Newcastle also paid tribute to the student who was said to have a bright future ahead of him.
Professor Jimmy Steele, head of the School of Dental Sciences, said: "This was a tragic accident that has shocked and devastated all of the staff and students in the Dental School.
"All our thoughts are with Fraser's family and friends, including many here in the university, at this tremendously difficult time and we will be supporting them in any way we can.
"Fraser was set to be a talented dentist. He was an able and popular figure who will be terribly missed by all the staff and students."
Last night, his family, including his mother Katie and father Traven, were too upset to speak at their home in the west end of Glasgow.
He is also survived by his brother, Bruce, and sister, Sara.
West Yorkshire Police said the teenager was hit on Blenheim Walk, near St Mark's Walk, close to the city's university in the early hours of Saturday, February 11.
He is believed to have been struck by a grey Audi A3.
A spokesman for the force said: "A 38-year-old man was arrested in connection with the accident.
"He has been released on bail and our inquiries are continuing and we are seeking witnesses."
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