The racist abuse of a Hibernian FC player on Twitter while he played in the Edinburgh derby match is being investigated by police.

Marvin Bartley was targeted on social media during his team's 3-1 victory over rivals Hearts on Wednesday.

A Twitter user, named @StevenLeeHMFC, stated in a post he hoped the 29-year-old midfielder would die and referred to him using racial slurs.

After the game had concluded, Mr Bartley responded to the user stating he was: "Still alive and kicking pal, hope you've recovered from your stuffing last night".

Police Scotland confirmed it is now investigating the racist abuse.

A spokeswoman said: "Police in Edinburgh are investigating a report of a hate crime committed via social media during the Hibernian v Hearts football match at Easter Road on Wednesday February 22.

"Inquiries are ongoing into the full circumstances."