An investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding a man’s death on a ward at the Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy.
The incident which is being treated as a suicide took place on ward 51 on Thursday January 29.
A spokesman said: “NHS Fife can confirm that an incident took place on ward 51. However, as this matter is the subject of an ongoing police investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment at this stage.
“We seek to ensure that our staff are fully supported at all times and made a range of services available in the hours following the incident. We have provided ongoing support to those involved and our staff will have continued access to any necessary assistance.”
A police spokesman said: “Police in Fife attended Victoria Hospital on Thursday January 29 at 8.30am, following the death of a 46-year-old man.
“There are no suspicious circumstances but inquiries are ongoing and a report has been submitted to the procurator fiscal.”
