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Five years since west Cumbrian shootings

Five years ago today, taxi driver Derrick Bird shot and killed twelve people in west Cumbria. Another eleven people were injured.

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Five years since west Cumbrian shootings

Twelve people were shot and killed by Derrick Bird Credit: ITV Border

Taxi driver Derrick Bird shot and killed twelve people in a gun rampage in west Cumbria five years ago today.

Another eleven victims were injured in the shootings.

No official memorial services are being held, but churches in the area have reminded people that their doors are open.

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