Ship worker dies on board vessel at Aberdeen's south harbour

A ship worker has died after an incident on board a vessel which was docked at Aberdeen's south harbour.

Police received a report that a man had been seriously injured on the ship at about 15:40 on Saturday.

Emergency services attended the scene at Dunnottar Quay and later confirmed the worker - who has not been named - had died.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the incident."

"The Health and Safety Executive has been made aware," they added.

The Port of Aberdeen confirmed it was assisting the relevant authorities with their inquiries.

A spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased at this very difficult time."