The body of a man has been found on the central reservation of the Edinburgh City Bypass.

Emergency services were called to the A720 following the discovery at 8.20am on Thursday.

The death at rush hour is being treated as unexplained.

Major tailbacks were caused while the road was closed in both directions.

Police Scotland have launched an appeal for information into the incident.

Detective Inspector Keith MacKay said: "This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man.

"We are eager to establish the full circumstances of this incident.

"I would ask for anyone who was on the Edinburgh City Bypass between 12am and 2am on Thursday, January 17, and has information that can assist our inquiries to get in touch with us.

"I would also appeal for anyone who has a dash-cam with any pertinent footage to get in touch with us and allow us to view it."

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101.