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Investigation following fatal collision in Cumbria

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2022-10-21
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Cumbria Constabulary

What was investigated

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the circumstances leading up to a fatal collision in Endmoor, Cumbria, on Sunday 16 October. An 18-year-old man died after the vehicle he was driving collided with a tree.

Key findings

  • The vehicle failed to stop for officers prior to the collision.
  • An 18-year-old man died in the incident.
  • The collision occurred on Gatebeck Road at around 1.30am.
  • Witness statements and video footage are being gathered.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing to understand the events leading up to the collision.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.