12-year-old Scout struck by lightning laid to rest


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SOUTH SALT LAKE -- Family and friends said goodbye Tuesday to a boy scout killed by lightning.

Funeral services for David Rayborn were held Tuesday in South Salt Lake. Rayborn was struck by lightning last week while he was at a Scofield Scout Camp with his troop.

Rayborn and another scout were struck by lightning when the thunderstorm rolled in. The other boy was not seriously hurt.

Rayborn's father says David is a hero and did everything he could to help his friend.

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