Tributes paid to 'loving and caring' man after fatal Camber collision
27-year-old Ben Richards, from St Leonards, was killed in a crash on Jurys Gap Road
Last updated 7th Feb 2026
The family of a man who sadly died following a collision in Camber, have described him as “loving, caring, fun and happy”.
Emergency services were called to Jurys Gap Road, Camber, on Wednesday (4 February) following a serious collision at around 4.50am.
Sadly, the 27-year-old, Ben Richards, from St Leonards was declared deceased at the scene.
A file is being prepared for HM Coroner.
In a tribute to Ben, his parents said: “He was the most perfect son you could ever ask for.”
They continued: ”He was so easy going and laid back, a really positive guy.
“Loving, caring, fun and happy, he was full of fun, character and life.
“Ben loved cars, car shows, and his cat and he was loved by all of his friends and family.”
Police have urged anyone with information, or dash cam footage from the time of the collision, to report it.
Officers would also like to speak to anyone who was with Ben the evening prior to the collision (3 February) and encourage them to come forward.