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2024 - 9 - 29

Tragedy Strikes: A Farm, A Boy, And A Heartbreaking Incident

accidental shooting incidents - Cumbria - farm safety - gun laws in the UK - Jay Cartmel - Warcop

A tragic incident in Warcop leaves a community in shock after an eight-year-old boy was fatally shot on a farm. What really happened?

A heartbreaking incident has unfolded near Warcop, Cumbria, following the tragic death of an eight-year-old boy who was shot while on a farm. Emergency services rushed to the scene on the afternoon of September 28th, responding to calls that alerted them to an accident involving the child near Wheatsheaf Farm. Despite the quick arrival of medical assistance, it was confirmed that the boy succumbed to his injuries overnight.

Witnesses have come forward with accounts of the scene, describing the atmosphere as one of disbelief and shock. Photographic evidence from the incident shows police vehicles and a crime scene investigation truck parked ominously at the farm. A local farmer who witnessed the incident has also spoken out, sharing his deep sorrow and the chilling nature of the event.

As police continue to investigate, a man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter, raising questions about safety practices on farms and the severe consequences that can arise from accidental discharges. The community, once peaceful and picturesque, is now grappling with the reality of losing a young life in such an unforeseeable manner.

This incident has drawn considerable media attention, but it’s vital to remember that farm-related accidents involving firearms, though rare, can have devastating impacts. Speaking of farming mishaps, did you know that the UK has a robust safety code for firearms on farms? Ensuring proper training and awareness not only preserves lives but also aids in keeping a tight-knit community safe. It’s crucial we turn our conversations from the fear of such tragedies towards prevention strategies.

Another eye-opening fact? In the UK, children aged 10 and above can legally possess air guns under supervision, but events like these remind us of the responsibilities that come with such privileges. Communities can rally together to educate and inform to prevent similar accidents in the future. Let’s navigate through this tragedy by advocating for safer practices and supporting affected families through their recovery journey.

Death of a child under investigation following incident near Warcop (News - Cumbria Constabulary)

Police are investigating following the death of an eight-year-old boy. Emergency services were called at around 2.50pm yesterday (28 Sept) to a farm in the ...

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Pictures emerge from Warcop where boy was shot in the head (The Northern Echo)

Now, pictures and footage from the scene of the horror incident have emerged, showing several police vans and a crime scene investigation vehicle parked beside ...

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Warcop farmer breaks silence after witnessing schoolboy, 8, get shot ... (Mirror.co.uk)

A farmer who witnessed an eight year old schoolboy get fatally shot has spoken out after the incident which took place by Wheatsheaf Farm, near Warcop, ...

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Boy, eight, dies after being shot on a farm (Daily Mail)

An eight-year-old boy has tragically died overnight after he was shot on a farm. Emergency services raced to the scene in the Warcop area of Cumbria after ...

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Witness describes scene as boy, 8, dies from gunshot wounds in ... (Accrington Observer)

The boy suffered the injuries in the incident on a farm near Warcop, Cumbria, on Saturday at around 2.50pm. Police confirmed on Sunday morning that he passed ...

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Boy, 8, dies after being shot in face at farm in Cumbria (The Guardian)

Man in his 60s arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter after suspected accidental discharge.

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Boy, eight, dies after being shot at farm in Cumbria (Sky News)

Cumbria Police say the incident occurred at a farm in the Warcop area on Saturday. The boy died overnight.

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Boy, 8, dies in Cumbrian farm firearm incident-man arrested (Whitehaven News)

A child has sustained life threatening injuries after a firearm was discharged at a farm near Warcop.

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Boy, 8, dies after suffering shot to head at Warcop farm (BBC News)

A man aged in his 60s is arrested after police respond to reports of a child suffering serious firearm injuries at a farm.

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Boy, eight, who died after being shot on Warcop farm was struck ... (Daily Mail)

Emergency services raced to the Warcop area of Cumbria at 2.05pm on Saturday after a child had sustained 'serious and life-threatening injuries' from a ...

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Warcop footage emerges of farm after boy who was shot in head dies (Mirror.co.uk)

The eight-year-boy died after suffering 'serious and life-threatening injuries to his head and face' from a gunshot wound, as eyewitnesses described seeing ...

UPDATE: Death of a child under investigation following incident ... (News - Cumbria Constabulary)

A man arrested following the death of an eight-year-old boy has been bailed whilst police continue with their investigations.

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Witness describes scene as boy, 8, dies from gunshot wounds in ... (Somerset Live)

Pictures show police cars beside a field where an eight-year-old boy died after an incident involving a gun left him with head and face injuries.

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Image courtesy of "Scottish Daily Record"

Young boy shot in head 'was hunting for rabbits' on Warcop farm (Scottish Daily Record)

Cops say a man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter following the incident involving the eight-year-old.

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Man in his 60s bailed following of death of boy, 8 in Warcop (Whitehaven News)

www.newsandstar.co.uk/news/24617490.cumbria-police-witness-appeal-boy-8-dies-gunshot/

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Man in his 60s bailed following death of boy, 8, in Warcop (NW Evening Mail)

MP Tim Farron has described the incident as 'absolutely heartbreaking' after an 8-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound at a farm in Warcop.

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Police name 8-year-old shot in Warcop as Jay Cartmel (The Northern Echo)

Police have named a boy who tragically died after he was shot in the head on a farm in Warcop, Cumbria over the weekend.

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Man in his 60s bailed following death of boy, 8, in Warcop (The Westmorland Gazette)

MP Tim Farron has described the incident as 'absolutely heartbreaking' after an 8-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound at a farm in Warcop.

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Jay Cartmel named as child who died of gunshot wounds in Warcop ... (ITV News)

The eight year old died after sustaining gunshot wounds to his head and face | ITV News Border.

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Frizington boy named by police following incident near A66 at Warcop (News & Star)

A YOUNG boy who died following an incident on land near Warcop has been named by police- as officers appeal for witnesses to assist them with their ...

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Boy, eight, who died after being shot on a farm in Warcop is named ... (Daily Mail)

Jay Cartmell, from Frizington, West Cumbria, died after sustaining serious head injuries in a shooting incident on farmland near Warcop on Saturday.

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Frizington boy named by police following incident near A66 at Warcop (Times & Star)

A YOUNG boy who died following an incident on land near Warcop has been named by police- as officers appeal for witnesses to assist them with their ...

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