The physique of a person was found at a West Lothian flat after a neighbour stated they hadn't seen him for months.
Officers have been referred to as to the property on Lanrigg Street in Fauldhouse, close to Bathgate, on Sunday night time.
The physique of a 57-year-old man was discovered inside.
Police are investigating the dying.
A neighbour, who noticed six forensic officers eradicating packing containers from the flat stated he hadn't seen his neighbour in months.
The neighbour instructed the Document: "I hadn't seen him for six months and I've not seen the man who lets the property for round three months.
"The police have been there from 6pm and brought on a site visitors jam and so they have been there till round 5am the subsequent morning.
"I've obtained an ex-partner and children and I am simply sitting right here pondering 'is that going to be me at some point?'"
Officers carried out door-to-door enquiries on the scene.
Police Scotland confirmed that enquiries are persevering with and that a report can be forwarded to the Procurator Fiscal.
A Police Scotland spokesperson stated: "Round 7.30pm on Sunday, 12 June, police have been referred to as to an tackle in Lanrigg Street, Fauldhouse, Bathgate.
"A 57-year-old man was pronounced useless on the scene. Enquiries proceed presently.
"A report can be forwarded to the Procurator Fiscal."
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