An 8-year-old boy has tragically passed away after being shot on a farm, with authorities arresting a man in his 60s in connection with the incident.
What Happened To The Boy?
Emergency services responded swiftly to a call around 2:50 p.m. yesterday at a farm in Cumbria’s Warcop area. Upon arrival, they found the child suffering from critical injuries to his head and face as a result of the shooting. Despite their efforts, the boy succumbed to his life-threatening injuries overnight. The investigation is ongoing as police work to uncover the details surrounding this heartbreaking incident.
The firearm involved was secured by police at the scene, and the young boy was airlifted to the hospital by an air ambulance. Despite the medical team’s efforts, he tragically passed away overnight due to the severity of his injuries.
Police Arrested a Man
Police arrested a man in his 60s at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. He has since been detained on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and remains in police custody.
A witness described the scene, saying, “We saw two CSI people in white suits in the field, that was after 4 p.m.” Another added, “The CSI track seemed to be going uphill and veering to the left through the hedge, with stick markers placed along the way.”
The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the full circumstances of the tragic incident.
This is a developing story, and more details will emerge as the investigation continues. Stay with us for updates on this breaking news.
