A cyclist has been killed after a collision with a lorry in the Highlands.

The man, who is believed to be a foreign national, was killed on the A82 just north of Fort William.

The incident - which is the seventh fatality on Scotland's roads in little more than a week - occured close to the junction with the A830.

The road is the main route out of the Highland town and would have been busy with commuter traffic.

The road was shut in the area, and is expected to remain closed for several hours. Diversions have been put in place.

In a statement, Police Scotland said: "Police advise that the A82 remains closed on the north side of Fort William following a collision involving a cyclist and a lorry, which occurred around 5.15pm this evening.

"Sadly, the male cyclist has died as a result of his injuries. As part of the ongoing enquiries, officers are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision or the cyclist on the road prior to the collision to make contact via 101.

"Further information will be issued in due course; drivers and local residents are thanked for their patience during the closure. The road will re-open as soon as possible."