Three people have died following a fire at the New County Hotel in County Place, Perth, police in Scotland have confirmed.
Officers were called to a report of a fire at the premises shortly before 5.10am this morning.
Emergency services attended and three people were confirmed dead at the scene, while a number of others were treated for minor injuries by the Scottish Ambulance Service.
Hotel guests and two people from a neighbouring block of flats were evacuated.
Police Scotland Chief Superintendent Phil Davison said: "Our thoughts are very much with the families and loved ones of those who have died at what is a very difficult time for everyone.
"Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what has happened and officers are conducting a joint investigation with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service."
