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Teenager dies after 'medical episode' at music festival in Cumbria
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A teenage girl died at the Kendal Calling festival in the early hours of the morning, police have said.
The 17-year-old suffered a medical episode at about 02:15 BST and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Cumbria Police.
The force asked people not to speculate about the circumstances of the incident.
They said the girl's family had been informed and were being supported by specialist officers.
The force asked people not to speculate, saying it could have a "significant impact" on the family and friends involved.