Investigation launched after pensioner dies in house fire
Emergency services have launched an investigation after a pensioner died in a house fire.
Firefighters and police were called to the blaze at a property in Smollett Road, Dumbarton, at around 12.45am on Saturday.
Crews removed a 66-year-old man from the home, but he was pronouced dead at the scene.
An 89-year-old wman from a neighbouring propoerty was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital and was treated for smoke inhalation.
A joint investigation is currently underway between police and the fire service to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.