Cumbria Police are investigating a fatal crash in Ambleside and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Emergency services were called to Ambleside following a crash between a HGV and a pedestrian in Lake Road, shortly before 4.30pm on Wednesday, July 29.

An air ambulance attended but the pedestrian, a man in his 70s, was subsequently declared deceased.

Road closures remained in place overnight as investigations continued, with the road reopening on July 30.

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, CCTV or doorbell footage, which may aid the investigation to come forward.

You can report online here quoting incident number 190 of 29 July 2026 or you can also phone on 101.

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