A police investigation is underway in Midlothian following the death of a teenager.

Emergency services were alerted earlier today and the teenage girl was pronounced dead at the scene.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Police in Midlothian are investigating after the death of a 16 year old female at an address in Newtongrange on Saturday 15th October.

“Inquiries into the full circumstances are at an early stage and ongoing.”