An investigation has been launched after a serving police officer and child were found dead at an address in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, on Friday.

       West Mercia Police said officers attended an address in Cairndhu Drive in Kidderminster following concerns for the welfare of a man and a young child there.

       The force said a 39-year-old man and a three-year-old child were found dead on arrival.

       The deaths are currently being treated as unexplained, police said.

       The 39-year-old man was a serving officer with West Mercia Police.

       Assistant Chief Constable Rachel Jones, said: "It is with great sadness that I share the news that a serving police officer and a three-year-old child have passed away.

       "While the circumstances of the deaths are not fully known, this is clearly a tragic incident and our deepest condolences are with family and colleagues."