Victim of fatal collision in Brandon named
Her family have paid tribute to her.
Last updated 24th Oct 2025
A woman who died following a road traffic collision in Brandon at the weekend is being named by police, as her family pay tribute to her.
Officers were called by the ambulance service just before 10.50am on Saturday 18 October, to reports of a serious collision on the B1106 involving a black Ford Focus and a bicycle.
Police, fire and ambulance crews – including an air ambulance - were all in attendance, but despite the best efforts from medical personnel the cyclist, a 73-year-old woman, sadly died at the scene.
Subject to confirmation at formal inquest proceedings, the deceased has been identified as Sally Budden, from Elmswell.
Sally is survived by her sons Rob and Andrew, who have asked us to issue the following statement on behalf of the family:
“We are absolutely heartbroken at the loss of our mum, Sally, and would like to thank the emergency services and members of the public for their incredible efforts on the day.
“Our heartfelt thanks also to everyone who has shared their love and memories with us. Mum brought fun, kindness and laughter to everyone who knew her, and we will all miss her so much.”