THE family of a “wonderful woman” who tragically died following a crash in Newcastle on New Year’s Day say she will be “sorely missed” by all.

Laura Duncalfe, 31, who lived in Newcastle, was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries after the emergency services received a report of a collision between a car and a cyclist on St Lawrence Road at 9.20am.  

Despite the best efforts of the paramedics and hospital staff, Laura sadly passed away on January 23.

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Following her death, her family have paid tribute to their “courageous” loved one, by saying: “Laura was a wonderful partner, daughter and sister. She worked tirelessly for the benefit of others and lived her life courageously and to the full.

“She will be sorely missed by us all.”

Aside from the tributes, Northumbria Police are also appealing for more information relating to Laura’s death – and have asked any witnesses to come forward if they haven’t already spoken to police officers.

The Northern Echo: Laura's family and Northumbria Police have issued statements following her death.Laura's family and Northumbria Police have issued statements following her death.

A 29-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and has been released under investigation as enquiries continue for their part in the collision.

A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: “Every death on our roads is always incredibly sad, but it is especially poignant when it involves somebody with their whole future ahead of them.

“We will continue to offer Laura’s family any support they need and would ask everyone to respect their privacy as they attempt to come to terms with what has happened.

“We are committed to finding out what happened in the moments immediately before this collision and would continue to ask any witnesses – or anybody with information that they think could assist our investigation – to get in touch.

“If you were travelling in the area at the time, and have yet to do so, please come forward and speak to us.”

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