Incident Report #17 1987

Fellwalking

Wednesday

13/05/87, 21:30

Lingmoor, Blea Rigg, Rossett, Langdale Pikes

When a 66 year old man from Carlisle failed to return home from a walk, his family raised the alarm. Eleven search dogs (SARDA) scoured the mist shrouded fells all night. At first light extra teams from Furness, Kendal, Bowland-Pennine and RAF Linton MRT covered the complex area again. About mid day gentleman found dead near Pike-o'-Stickie. Helicopters from RAF Boulmer and Valley also assisted.

Duration: unknown hours

Team Members: unknown