A tragic incident occurred at Kendal rugby club where one child was killed and another injured after they were struck by a car that crashed through a fence onto the sports pitch. The driver, a man in his 40s, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. The local MP, Tim Farron, expressed his shock and sorrow over the devastating news, stating that the community in Kendal is mourning the loss.
Cumbria Police maintained a presence at the rugby club throughout the night following the incident involving a black BMW i40. The Reverend Canon Shanthi Thompson of Kendal Parish Church mentioned that the tight-knit community of Kendal was deeply affected by the tragedy, leading to a moment of silence during the Ash Wednesday service as words felt inadequate to express the grief.
Jennie Dennett from BBC Radio Cumbria described the scene where the fence around the pitch was visibly damaged, with police tape cordoning off the area where the car crashed through. The community in Kendal, known for its close bonds, was left reeling from the repercussions of the tragic event, which has had a profound impact on all those connected to the rugby club and the children involved. The sunrise illuminated the frosty pitch, casting a somber light on the stark reminder of the previous day’s heartbreaking crash
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