A serving police officer and a three-year-old child have been found dead at a house in Worcestershire.

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.

A 39-year-old man and a three-year-old child were found dead on arrival, the force said. The deaths are being treated as unexplained.

The force confirmed that the man was a serving officer with West Mercia police.

Rachel Jones, the assistant chief constable, said in a statement: “We have launched an investigation into the deaths, which are currently being treated as unexplained. It is with great sadness that we share this news today.

“Whilst the circumstances surrounding the deaths are not fully known, this is clearly a tragic incident. Our deepest condolences are with the officer’s family, friends and colleagues.”

West Midlands Ambulance Service said it was called to reports of a medical emergency at the property at 9.21am on Friday, when the two bodies were discovered.

“Sadly, it quickly became apparent that neither patient could be saved and they were confirmed dead at the scene,” the service said.