Emergency services have been in attendance in Cemetery Hill in Dalton in Furness today (15 Nov) following an incident this afternoon.
Emergency services were called at 3pm following concern for the welfare of a man.
North West Ambulance Service and an air ambulance attended the scene to treat the man, who was subsequently declared deceased at the scene.
Police are working to establish what has occurred. However, at this time they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
Anyone with information who has yet to come forward is encouraged to do so.
People can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit quoting incident number 139 of 15 November 2026. People can also phone on 101.
Alternatively, people can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.