*Tribute update* - Appeal after fatal collision near Ely
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*Update*
The family of a man who died following a collision near Ely earlier this week have paid tribute to him.
The family of Gordon Fox, 59, from Manea, said: “Gordon was a devoted husband, loving stepfather, nurturing grandad and a wonderful brother and uncle, and all his family feel blessed to have been a part of his wholesome world.
“There are very few words that can console our loss at this devastating time, however we are abundantly grateful to everyone who has expressed kind words of support, especially as many had their own fond memories over the years of knowing Gordon and the very special moments we all shared.”
The family have requested privacy at this difficult time.
Officers are still appealing for information as per the original release below.
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Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a man died in a collision near Ely.
Emergency services were called to the A142, close to the junction with Sutton Road, Mepal, at about 7.20am today (10 March).
A white DAF lorry heading towards Chatteris had been involved in a collision with a white Ford Transit van heading in the opposite direction.
The driver of the Transit van, a 59-year-old man from Manea, was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been informed and are being support by specially trained officers.
A 65-year-old man from Littleport has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He was taken to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge suffering from minor injuries.
Detective Sergeant Craig Wheeler said: “I would like to speak to anyone who saw the collision and maybe wasn’t able to stay at the scene. Also, anyone who may have dashcam footage of either the lorry or the van before the collision took place.”
Anyone with information or dashcam footage should report it through the force website using reference CC-10032025-0055.
Anyone without internet access should call 101.