A595 fatal: Appeal launched as pedestrian dies after crash in West Cumbria

A man has died after a crash involving a Ford Fiesta on the A595 in West Cumbria.

On Monday, May 26, at around 3:20am police responded to reports a pedestrian was involved in a crash on the A595 between Whitehaven and Workington.

The incident involved a red Ford Fiesta and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a man in his twenties, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police are now appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

A spokesperson from Cumbria Police said: “Anyone with any information, including dashcam footage which could assist the investigation is asked to contact police.

“You can report online via www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it quoting log number 31 of 26 May 2025. You can also call 101.

“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”