Family pays tribute to mother and daughter killed in A10 crash
A crash between Audi and HGVkilled Josefina and Jonifel Mae Gatdula
The family of Josefina Gatdula and her daughter Jonifel Mae, tragically killed in a collision on the A10 between Littleport and Ely, have shared heartfelt tributes.
The incident, which took place around 6.40pm on 12th February, involved their Audi colliding with an HGV fuel tanker on a single carriageway road near Chettisham.
Josefina, 71, and Jonifel Mae, 25, both from Friars Way, Littleport, died in the crash that resulted in the HGV veering off the road and resting in a nearby field, while the Audi was pushed 100 meters along the roadway.
The HGV’s driver, a 40-year-old man from Basildon, Essex, was assessed by paramedics and found uninjured. He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been released on bail pending further enquiries until 10th May.
Felix Gatdula, husband to Josefina and father to Jonifel Mae, issued a poignant statement expressing his loss: “On February 12 I lost my wife, Josefina, and our daughter, Jonifel Mae - two people who were my whole world,” he said.
Felix described Josefina as “the heart of our home” and Jonifel Mae as “a bright and gentle soul.”
“Their absence has left a void that can never be filled, but the love they gave will stay with me forever,” Felix continued, conveying gratitude to those offering support.
The police have initiated an investigation into the collision and are appealing for witnesses, dashcam footage, or any information regarding the incident or the vehicles prior to the crash.