Brother and sister dead in house

The bodies were found at a house in Buckhaven

A murder inquiry has been launched after a brother and sister were found dead at a house in Fife.

Police named the victims as 25-year-old Michelle Thomson and her brother Ryan Thomson, aged seven.

Both were found at the house of their father, Robert Thomson, at Muiredge Cottages in Buckhaven, near Methil, at about 1900 BST on Saturday.

Mr Thomson, 49, is being treated in hospital in Dunfermline. Police have set up an incident room.

'Terrible tragedy'

Fife Constabulary confirmed that other family members, including the children's mother, had been informed.

The force were appealing for any members of the public who may have been around the Percival Road and Methilhaven Road areas to contact them.

Ch Insp Andy Morris said: "This is a terrible tragedy which has shocked the entire community, including the police officers who are involved in the investigation.

"We are working with community representatives, including the area's four councillors, to provide reassurance and support to both the family and residents of Buckhaven to help them cope with these very difficult events.

"I appreciate there will be some disruption in the local community over the next few days and I am seeking the support of the residents to bear with us during this time.

"There will be an increased number of community police officers in the area for additional support if required."