A man has died following a one-vehicle road traffic collision on the A5086 near Eaglesfield.
Police were contacted shortly after 11.30am today (5 February).
A Cumbria Police spokesman said: “A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene.
“At this time the driver has not been formally identified, however specially trained officers are working with the drivers family.
“No one else was involved in the incident.
“Cumbria Police would like to thank motorists for their patience whilst examination of the scene was undertaken.”
A Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: “At 11:31am on the 5th February 2020, two fire engines were mobilised to attended a serious road traffic collision in Eaglesfield.
“Hydraulic lifting gear was used to extricate one casualty who was passed to the care of the ambulance service.
“Fire service personnel were in attendance for approximately sixty minutes.”
Any witnesses are asked to contact Sergeant 2265 of Cumbria Police Mobile Support Group on 101.
