A man has died following an incident involving armed police in Carlisle.
Police were called today at around 3.40pm to Borland Avenue after reports that a man was threatening people.
Armed officers were sent to the scene, where they found a man in possession of a knife. Shortly after this, a police firearm was discharged.
The man, aged in his 40s, sustained gunshot injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A police spokesman said: “No other members of the public were injured during this incident, which at this stage is believed to be an isolated incident.
“A cordon is in place at the address as officers conduct their enquiries. We would ask members of the public not to attend the scene.
“There will be increased patrol activity within the Botcherby area throughout the night to help reassure and support the local community.
“The constabulary has informed the Independent Office for Police Conduct.”
