Appeal for witnesses following fatal collision on A66 near Warcop

Officers investigating a fatal collision on A66 near Warcop on Thursday morning are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Emergency services were contacted at 4:11am today (1st October) following a collision between a black Audi Q2 and a HGV. 

The driver of the Audi, a man aged in his 20s, died at the scene. The driver of the HGV suffered minor injuries. 

Officers investigating are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or who has any other information which may assist.

Police would also encourage anyone who believes they may have video – including dashcam – which may aid the investigation to come forward.

You can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it quoting incident number 18 of 1 October 2026. You can also phone on 101.

People can also contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) direct at: SCIU@cumbria.police.uk.