Eight-Year-Old Boy Fatally Shot at Cumbria Farm Identified as Jay Cartmell

An eight-year-old boy who tragically lost his life after being shot at a farm in Cumbria has been named as Jay Cartmell, from Frizington. The young boy sustained severe injuries to his head and face on Saturday, 28 September 2024, in a shooting incident that occurred on farmland near the A66, close to the village of Warcop.

Authorities were called to the scene at around 14:50 BST, and Jay was immediately rushed to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, but police have launched a full investigation.

A man in his 60s was arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter following the incident. He has since been released on bail while investigations continue.

The tragic event has shaken the rural community, with local residents expressing shock and sadness over the incident. Cumbria Police have urged anyone with information to come forward as they work to determine the full details of what led to the young boy’s death.

The farm where the incident occurred remains under investigation, with several police vehicles seen at the site over the weekend. Emergency services, including paramedics, responded swiftly after the alarm was raised.

This devastating loss has prompted an outpouring of grief and support for the Cartmell family, as the community grapples with the tragic death of a young child.

Further updates on the investigation are expected in the coming days.