Officers were called to Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath shortly after midnight
A man has been arrested after the death of a nine-year-old girl who was found with serious injuries in Arbroath.
Officers were called to the town's Elliot Industrial Estate shortly after midnight.
The girl was taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, where she later died.
A 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with her death, which is being treated as suspicious.
A police forensics tent has been erected at the scene and a cordon has been put in place.
Police Scotland said the girl's family were being supported by specialist officers and inquiries were continuing.
The area has been cordoned off and a blue forensics tent erected at the scene
Arbroath East and Lunan councillor Lois Speed said it was a "heartbreaking morning."
She said: "I think everybody is just feeling at a loss for words, because it is just devastating.
"I have not spoken to anyone directly but (from) the social media shares and comments, everyone is just shocked and saddened.
"I think everyone's thoughts are with those directly impacted, the wee girl, her family and everyone close.
"Everyone will be thinking of them and how difficult this must be."
Local councillor Lois Speed said it was a "heartbreaking morning"