A worker has died on the construction site of a new electricity substation in Moray.
Emergency services were called to the scene in Blackhillock, Keith, at around 8.50am on Friday.
The man was working for BAM Nuttall, which is building new substations in the area with Siemens.
The company said he died "following injuries sustained in an incident at the Blackhillock substation".
BAM Nuttal is responsible for construction of the infrastructure at the site.
Stephen Fox, chief executive of BAM Nuttall, said: "Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to all of the family, friends and colleagues of our employee, who was involved in this tragic incident.
"We are working closely with all relevant agencies and authorities and a full investigation is under way."
Police are investigating along with the Health and Safety Executive to establish the circumstances of the death.
Colin Nicol, managing director of Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks, said: "I would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and all those affected by today's tragic incident.
"We are offering our full support to Siemens BAM as they liaise with the relevant authorities and commence the investigation."
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