Officers are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on the A590 westbound.
Emergency services were contacted at 6:15am today (Oct 12) to the report of a collision involving two HGVs.
A man in his 60s was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The A590 westbound between junction 36 and Brettargh Holt remains closed whilst recovery takes place.
Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it , quoting incident number 26 of 12 October 2023.
You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.