A joint investigation into an early morning blaze that killed a pensioner has been launched by the police and fire service.

A 66-year-old died after the house fire in Dumbarton just before 1am on Saturday.

Emergency services were called to the fire at a property in Smollett Road, Dumbarton, at around 12.45am.

The man was removed from the home by fire crews but was pronounced dead at the scene.

An 89-year-old woman from a neighbouring property was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation.

The joint investigation is under way to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.