A man and a child have been found dead in a house in West Lothian.
The bodies of a 36-year-old man and a six-year old girl were discovered in a property in Harburn Drive, West Calder.
Police Scotland responded to reports of concern for a person at the house at about 16:00 on Monday.
Officers said post mortem examinations would take place in due course and the deaths were being treated as unexplained.
The force said relatives are being supported by specialist officers.
West Lothian Council said the incident had “no connection” to the nearby Parkhead Primary School, which remains open as normal.
Ch Insp Elaine McArthur-Kerr said: “We understand this incident may be very upsetting and worrying for the people living in this community and would ask anyone with any concerns to speak to us.
“A police presence will remain in the area while we carry out investigations and anyone with any concerns, or information, can approach these officers.”