Missing & appeals

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Cumbria Police Police report Missing

Man missing from Barrow area

Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing man, who was last seen in the area of Furness General Hospital in Barrow this morning. Robert Parlia, 32, was last seen at about 6am.   He is described as white, about 6ft tall, of medium build, with dark,…

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Body found in Barrow

A man’s body has been found in Barrow. The body was found earlier this afternoon (28 December) in the Holker Street area shortly before 1:45pm. The family of Oliver Davey, who was reported missing, have been informed.

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Latest in Barrow-in-Furness

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Barrow man convicted following off-road bike assault

A 20-year-old man from Barrow, Harrison Ainsbury, has been convicted for an assault involving an off-road bike that occurred in September 2024. He appeared in Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court on August 12, where he entered a guilty plea.

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Man jailed following violent assault in Barrow

A 28-year-old man from Barrow, Brandon Stone, has received a prison sentence of two years and two months for a violent assault that occurred at a petrol garage in Barrow last year. His sentencing took place at Preston Crown Court on May 26, after he entered a guilty plea.

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Man jailed after knife robbery in Barrow

Thomas Dempsey, 36, from Lord Street in Barrow, has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to robbery and three counts of possessing a knife in public. The sentencing took place at Preston Crown Court following his involvement in a knife-related robbery.

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WalkSafe personal safety app launches in Barrow

A personal safety phone app that aims to give people and their loved ones a greater peace of mind when they’re out-and-about has launched in Barrow.   WalkSafe will help those who live, work or visit the town plan their journeys home and days and nights out…

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Barrow man jailed for over 5 years for drug supply

A man from Barrow has been jailed for five years and four months for drug supply offences. Liam Johnston, 23 of Broadway, Barrow was sentenced on Monday (12 Jan) for offences including being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis and possession with…

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Closure order secured against Barrow property

Barrow Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have acted on concerns raised by local residents and secured a closure order for a property on Ship Street, Barrow. Police were granted the closure order at South Cumbria Magistrates Court today (5 Jan). The closure…

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Appeal for witnesses after man assaulted in Barrow

Cumbria Police is appealing for witnesses following an incident in the Salthouse Road area of Barrow this morning (1 Jan). Police were contacted at around 7.45am this morning reporting a man had been stabbed, suffering a neck injury. Emergency services…

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Family pay tribute to man who died in Barrow

The relatives of a man who died in Barrow have paid tribute to his life. Oliver Davey, aged 20, was found deceased in the Holker Street area shortly before 1:45pm yesterday (28 December). His death is not being treated as suspicious. In tribute, his family…

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Police appeal for information following Barrow collision

Police were called to Hindpool Road, Barrow – near to DW Fitness – following a report of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian. It happened yesterday ( December 10 ) at 4.16pm. The pedestrian – a woman, in her eighties, from the Barrow area – sustained…

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Barrow man charged following warrant

A man from Barrow has been charged by Westmorland and Furness Community and Serious Organised Crime (CSOC) officers following a warrant on Saturday 29 November. Officers conducted the early morning search warrant at an address on Broadway, Barrow. Liam…

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Former Barrow resident jailed for rape in 90s

A man who raped a girl almost thirty years ago has been jailed for six years. Steven Monk-Dalton, aged 56, who used to reside in Barrow but more recently lived in Ibiza, Spain, was jailed on 10 October after a jury found him guilty of a rape committed in the…

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Council & county notices

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Westmorland & Furness Council

Beaconside C of E School Extension Update

Work is progressing well on a significant extension at Beaconside CofE Primary School, which will create additional school places and expand specialist provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

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Around Cumbria & the Lakes

Broader local and regional coverage from trusted sources.

BBC Cumbria Summary

Controlled burns warning as fire calls outs rise

Cumbria Fire Service has advised residents to delay any planned controlled burns due to ongoing dry conditions in the area. The warning comes as the number of fire-related calls has increased, highlighting concerns about fire safety in the region.

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Warwick Square update

The incident this morning (10 Aug) involving a man on a roof in Warwick Square in Carlisle has been safely resolved. The man safely came down at around 8.20pm. He is now in police custody, having been arrested. Cumbria Police would like to thank the public…

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Carlisle man charged with rape and sexual assault

A Carlisle man will appear at court charged with rape and sexual assault following a police investigation.   Matthew Stewart, aged 31, will appear at North Cumbria Magistrates’ Court on 24 August 2026.   Stewart has been charged with:   Rape Sexual…

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Man charged and remanded after cocaine found in vehicle

A man has been charged after officers stopped his vehicle and located 1kg of cocaine. Njazi Altini, 37, of Golders Green Road, London was charged by detectives from Westmorland and Furness’ CID with possession with intent to supply cocaine and was remanded…

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Domestic abuse measures enhanced ahead of the World Cup

Police in Cumbria are stressing there is no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the World Cup – as officers continue to enhance measures to tackle offenders and protect potential victims.   In previous years, there has been an increase in reports of domestic…

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Secret Cumbria

Andrew Carter explores a lesser-known emergency service in Cumbria, highlighting its unique role and contributions to the community. The article sheds light on the operations and significance of this service, which remains largely under the radar despite its important work in the region.

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Technical issues impacting 101 system

Cumbria Constabulary is currently experiencing a technical issue with the non-emergency 101 phone number. The issue is affecting non-emergency calls.   Emergency 999 calls are unaffected and continue to be answered. Work is underway to resolve the issue. In…

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