Police name man who died in A390 crash

Three people died in the collision in St Ive in April

Author: Simon McleanPublished 19th May 2023

A man who died in a collision on the A390 in Cornwall's been named by police.

30 year old Ben Mason died when the car he was in left the carriageway at St Ive on the 18th of April.

His family said: "Ben was a loving son and brother, who was highly regarded amongst his friends and colleagues. He lived his life to the full, always longing for adventure and had keen passion for travel.

“Throughout his life he cared deeply for all animals great and small. He was well known for his infectious smile and cheeky sense of humour. A talented and dedicated soul has left this world too early and will forever be missed by those who loved him".

Formal identification for the two other men travelling in the car, believed to be aged 16 and 18, remains ongoing.

Following the incident, four teenagers from Liskeard were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. They remain on police bail until July whilst the investigation continues.

Police are continuing to appeal for anyone with relevant information to come forward.

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