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injured walker Lake District Serious incident
Ill Crag
A male with leg and head injuries was discovered near Ill Crag by a member of the public. The Coastguard Rescue helicopter arrived first, treated the casualty, and airlifted him to Carlisle Airport for onward transport to hospital. Mountain Rescue Team was stood down once the casualty was airborne.
Outcome: casualty airlifted by Coastguard helicopter to hospital
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