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An eight-year-old boy from Frizington, west Cumbria, has died from his injuries after being shot at a farm near Warcop on September 28th. Jay Cartmell’s parents, Leigha and James Cartmell, have said they are heartbroken by the passing of their loving, kind, and mischievous little boy, who was “loved by all who met him.” Jay was an enthusiastic Speedway fan and an avid supporter of local racers Harry and Sam McGurk. Mr. and Mrs. Cartmell expressed their gratitude to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool, and the Air Ambulance Service for their support. They also expressed their thanks to local groups, including the Workington Speedway Supporters Club, for their donations.
Jay suffered wounds to his head and face on land near Warcop. A man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and has been released on bail. Cumbria Police issued a statement on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Cartmell, in which they stated that Jay’s love surrounds them, and his memory will never fade. They thanked the local Speedway community and the wider community for their kind words and condolences.
The West Cumbria community has been left in shock following Jay’s death. The Workington Speedway Supporters Club has organized a fundraising campaign to support Jay’s family. The campaign has already raised thousands of pounds. People across the country have expressed their condolences, including the Prime Minister, who described Jay’s death as “a tragedy beyond words.” Funeral arrangements for Jay have yet to be announced.
The tragic incident has led to calls for tighter gun control laws. Cumbria Police have emphasized that the investigation is in its early stages, and they are keeping an open mind about what happened. The Cumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Peter McCall, has called for people to handle guns responsibly and has urged gun owners to ensure their weapons are securely stored. The incident has also led to renewed discussions about mental health support for farmers
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