Workington incident: police appeal to identify man linked to weapon report

Police increase patrols in Senhouse street area as enquiries continue into reported weapon sighting

Workington incident
Author: Poppi AndelinPublished 4th May 2025
Last updated 4th May 2025

Police are asking for the public's help to identify a man in connection with a report of a potential weapon offence in Workington.

Officers received information yesterday evening (3 May) suggesting a man may have been carrying a weapon in the area of Senhouse Street.

Investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the report, and the police are urging anyone who recognises the man pictured in CCTV footage or who may know of his whereabouts come forward.

As enquiries continue, residents can expect an increased police presence in the area to provide reassurance and gather further information.

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