First picture of boy, 8, shot dead on farm

manchestereveningnews.co.uk:

The community is grieving the loss of "talented little guy" who tragically died after being shot on a farm. Jay Cartmell, eight, suffered serious head and facial injuries during an incident on land in the village of Warcop on Saturday, with reports suggesting he was 'rabbit hunting' when the tragedy occurred.

The boy was taken to hospital by air ambulance but sadly passed away soon after. Police since confirmed a firearm had been recovered from the scene and a man in his 60s had been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.

Football clubs across west Cumbria have since paid tribute to Jay, who was a youth player for Whitehaven Miners FC. Posting on social media, the club said: "RIP wee man #oneofour #lanternforlife Our thoughts are with your family, coaches and teammates." READ MORE: Boy, 8, who died after being shot in the head at farm is named A statement from Whitehaven AFC read: "Our heartfelt condolences to this little lad's family, our neighbours, Whitehaven Miners Social Football Club, his friends, team mates and all that knew him.

Truly devastating news, any support we can offer please let us know." One post read: "RIP little man. You were a talented little guy, and full of character.