A late-night disturbance near the Scottish Parliament building has prompted a police investigation.

A large area of Dumbiedykes, off Holyrood Road in Edinburgh, was cordoned off following the incident in the early hours of Wednesday.

Spots of blood could be seen on the ground as officers stood guard at the scene.

A police spokeswoman said: "Police in Edinburgh are investigating following a report of a disturbance in Dumbiedykes Road around 2.40am on Wednesday.

"Inquiries are ongoing into the full circumstances."