South Woodham Ferrers: Family pay tribute to Janet Susan Finch, 66

Family pay tribute to a “selfless” and “inspirational mother” who died following a fatal collision in South Woodham Ferrers.

Detectives continue to investigate the death of a woman following a collision on the A132, Burnham Road, South Woodham Ferrers.

The collision, involving a lorry and a car, occurred shortly before 4pm on Tuesday 13 August.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the woman died at the scene.

We are now able to name the woman as 66-year-old Janet Susan Finch from Hullbridge.

In a moving tribute, her family said Janet will be remembered fondly for her many qualities:

Janet was a kind person who lived her life selflessly, putting the needs of others before her own.
A truly remarkable, strong, independent soul, who was sadly taken from her friends and family on 13 August.
She was a loving caring partner, a solid, inspirational mother and gentle nurturing grandmother.
Janet loved all her family including her brother, nieces and nephews and she leaves behind a vast community of friends who she loved and who loved her.
You were taken from us all far too early, yet your memory will live on in us all for years to come.
Rest in peace, Mum.

A 41-year-old man, the driver of the lorry, was arrested and has been released under investigation whilst we continue our enquiries.

We continue to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed anything or have any dashcam footage to contact us.

Detectives investigating a fatal collision in South Woodham Ferrers are appealing for the public’s help.

Officers were called to the A132, Burnham Road, South Woodham Ferrers, shortly before 4pm on Tuesday 13 August following a collision involving a lorry and a car.

Emergency services attended and the road was closed in both directions between Rettendon Turnpike and the KFC roundabout whilst investigative enquiries were carried out.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, a woman, 60s, sadly, died at the scene.

Her passengers, two children, were taken to hospital after they both sustained serious injuries.

We continue to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed anything or have any dashcam footage to contact us.

Please cite incident 842 of 13 August.

 

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