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Have you seen missing Carlisle man?

Have you seen missing person Daniel Von Siebenhoven?     Daniel was last seen on 28 July on Shadygrove Road, Carlisle at approximately 12pm.   He is 5ft 10ins tall and of slim build. Daniel was last seen wearing a dark-coloured hoody with cannabis leaves on…

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Man missing from Barrow area

Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing man, who was last seen in the area of Furness General Hospital in Barrow this morning. Robert Parlia, 32, was last seen at about 6am.   He is described as white, about 6ft tall, of medium build, with dark,…

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Latest in Carlisle

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Wigton man jailed for indecent image offences

A 34-year-old man from Wigton, Craig Mason, has been sentenced to prison for creating and sharing indecent images of children. He also violated the notification requirements of the sex offenders register. The sentencing took place at Carlisle Crown Court on Wednesday, December 12.

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Warwick Square update

A situation in Warwick Square, Carlisle, involving a man on a roof has been resolved safely. The individual descended around 8:20 PM and is now in police custody following an arrest. Cumbria Police expressed gratitude to the public for their support during the incident.

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Murder investigation launched following incident in Carlisle

A murder investigation is underway in Carlisle following the sudden death of a woman in her 60s. Police responded to reports at 11:23 PM on August 2, 2026, at a residence in the Caldewgate area. Emergency services arrived, but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. A man in his 60s is also involved in the investigation.

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Wigton man found guilty of murdering his father

A jury has today 29 July 2026 found a Wigton man guilty of murdering his father, 73-year-old Stanley Smith in December 2025. The verdict follows a trial at Carlisle Crown Court. Brian Smith, aged 33, of Friars Garth, Wigton denied charges of murder. However,…

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Carlisle man charged with rape and sexual assault

A Carlisle man will appear at court charged with rape and sexual assault following a police investigation.   Matthew Stewart, aged 31, will appear at North Cumbria Magistrates’ Court on 24 August 2026.   Stewart has been charged with:   Rape Sexual…

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CCTV Appeal: Carlisle shoplifting

Officers investigating a theft from a shop at Asda in Carlisle have released an image of a woman they would like to identify as part of their investigation. The theft took place on 28 April shortly before 6:15pm. A woman entered the store on London Road and…

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Two jailed for drug supply offences at festival

Two men have been jailed for dealing cocaine and cannabis at Kendal Calling music festival last year. The men, from outside the county, were sentenced today (30 June) at Carlisle Crown Court after entering guilty pleas a at previous hearing. Emmanuel Bello,…

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Man jailed for over 6 years after Carlisle knife attack

A man has been jailed for six years and eight months following a stabbing in Carlisle. Marc Proudfoot, 33, of no fixed abode, was sentenced on Friday 19 June at Carlisle Crown Court for wounding with intent, possession of a bladed article and shoplifting. At…

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Appeal following collision in Carlisle

Officers are appealing for witnesses to a collision in a car park in Carlisle.   The collision involved a blue Nissan Note and a pedestrian at approximately 3:30pm yesterday (20 June) in Sainsbury’s car park on Church Street.   The pedestrian, a woman aged…

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Carlisle Bitts Park Lodge to reopen

The Bitts Park Lodge in Carlisle, which was previously damaged by flooding, is set to be restored and reopened. The structure, which served as a residence for park keepers, will undergo renovations to address the flood-related damage.

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Man jailed for drugs and weapons offences

A man has been sentenced to three years in prison after a car he was travelling in was stopped by officers in March. Martin Gunn, 34, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to three years in prison at Carlisle Crown Court on Monday (8 June) for: Possession with…

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CCTV appeal launched following assault in Carlisle

Police investigating an assault in Carlisle are asking the public for their help in identifying someone they would like to speak to in connection with the investigation.   It has been reported to police that at approximately 9:45pm on Friday (22 May), a man…

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WANTED: Jordan Carney

Have you seen wanted man, Jordan Carney of Carlisle? Carney is wanted for failing to appear at court. If you see Carney, call 999. If you have any other information which might assist you can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit You can also phone…

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Council & county notices

Alerts and announcements from the town and county councils.

Westmorland & Furness Council

Beaconside C of E School Extension Update

Work is progressing well on a significant extension at Beaconside CofE Primary School, which will create additional school places and expand specialist provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

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Around Cumbria & the Lakes

Broader local and regional coverage from trusted sources.

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Barrow man convicted following off-road bike assault

A man from Barrow has been convicted after an incident involving an off-road bike in September 2024.   Harrison Ainsbury, 20, of Watergarth, Barrow appeared before Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court yesterday (12 August) after pleading guilty to driving a…

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Man charged and remanded after cocaine found in vehicle

A man has been charged after officers stopped his vehicle and located 1kg of cocaine. Njazi Altini, 37, of Golders Green Road, London was charged by detectives from Westmorland and Furness’ CID with possession with intent to supply cocaine and was remanded…

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Domestic abuse measures enhanced ahead of the World Cup

Police in Cumbria are stressing there is no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the World Cup – as officers continue to enhance measures to tackle offenders and protect potential victims.   In previous years, there has been an increase in reports of domestic…

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Secret Cumbria

Andrew Carter introduces a lesser-known emergency service operating in Cumbria. This organization plays a crucial role in the region's safety and response efforts, though it has largely remained under the radar. The article sheds light on their functions and contributions to the local community.

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Technical issues impacting 101 system

Cumbria Constabulary is currently experiencing a technical issue with the non-emergency 101 phone number. The issue is affecting non-emergency calls.   Emergency 999 calls are unaffected and continue to be answered. Work is underway to resolve the issue. In…

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