A man has died after coming off his scooter on a country road, police said.
The accident happened on the unclassified Ayton to Reston road about half a mile south of Ayton, in the Scottish Borders.
The 18-year-old rider of the 125cc scooter died at the scene. There were no other vehicles involved.
A Lothian and Borders Police spokesman said: "We are investigating the circumstances of this incident, and would encourage anyone who was in the area who saw a white scooter on the road in or near to Ayton to contact police on 0131 311 3131.
"Anyone with any other information that can assist our inquiries should also get in touch."
