A pedestrian has died after being hit by a tram in Edinburgh.

The incident happened at Saughton at 12.15pm on Tuesday.

A man was struck by a tram and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Services have been suspended while investigations are carried out.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "The man suffered serious injuries and was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

"No one else was hurt in the collision.

"Tram services remain suspended whilst officers carry out a collision investigation and anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to call 101."

The council's transport convener, Lesley Macinnes, added: "This is dreadfully sad news and I'd like to offer my deepest condolences to the gentleman's family and friends.

"We are working closely with Police Scotland to investigate what happened."