An eight-year-old boy who tragically died after being shot in the head on Saturday has now been identified. The victim, Jay Cartmell from Frizington in West Cumbria, lost his life in an incident near Warcop. The incident, which occurred not far from the A66 north of Warcop, left the young boy with serious head injuries that proved fatal. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking incident.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information leading up to it to come forward. The emergency services responded to reports of a child sustaining severe and life-threatening injuries from a firearm at a farm in the Warcop area on Saturday afternoon. The boy was airlifted to the hospital, but sadly succumbed to his injuries overnight.
A man in his 60s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault GBH and later on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter. While the man has been bailed as investigations continue, the police are appealing for the public’s cooperation. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to report to the police online or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
This tragic incident has left the community in shock, with authorities working diligently to uncover the details surrounding the boy’s untimely death. The loss of a young life in such a manner is a devastating blow to all involved, and support is being offered to the affected family during this difficult time. As the investigation progresses, more information will be revealed to shed light on this heartbreaking event.