‘Beautiful’ and ‘unselfish’ Suzanne Cherry, 62, died in hospital after she was hit by a van fleeing police

A tragic incident unfolded on April 11 when Suzanne Cherry, a 62-year-old woman, was fatally struck by a grey Nissan van at Aston Wood Golf Club in Birmingham. Her husband described witnessing the horrifying event as he was playing golf with her, expressing his deep sorrow in a moving statement issued through West Midlands Police. Cherry was said to possess a vibrant personality, loved by her family and friends, and her unexpected death has sparked an outpouring of grief from those who knew her. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death is under the jurisdiction of the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), after police initiated a pursuit of the vehicle due to reports of suspicious activity. The chase was subsequently called off just moments before the collision occurred, raising questions about police protocols during such high-stakes situations. As local authorities continue their inquiry and appeal for witnesses in the area at the time of the incident, the case highlights a troubling intersection of law enforcement, public safety, and personal tragedy, drawing significant attention from the community and media alike. This incident not only robbed a family of a cherished member but also begs the question of accountability in police practices, especially in pursuit situations that result in tragic outcomes.