Inquest opens into death of Georgia Scarff, 16, on A14

An inquest into Georgia Scarff’s death was formally opened at Suffolk Coroners’ Court in Ipswich on Friday by coroner Mr Darren Stewart OBE. 

Miss Scarff, from Bury St Edmunds, died on Monday, April 15, after a collision with a lorry on the A14 at around 1.30am. 

A keen sportswoman, Miss Scarff was preparing to sit her GCSEs.

Paying tribute to their daughter, her family described her as "star in every sense of the word".

The court heard that concerns for Miss Scarff's welfare had been raised on the day of April 15.

A police search was commenced, but it was soon reported that Miss Scarff had been struck by a vehicle on the A14. Her death was confirmed at the scene.

The coroner said that a full inquest for Miss Scarff would commence on September 26.

In a statement on Thursday, Miss Scarff's family said:  “We have been left devastated by the loss of our beloved Georgia. 

“She was a keen sports person, excelling in hockey, tchoukball, fitness training and more recently rugby. She had achieved both her Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards and was already well into her Gold Award.

Georgia was a keen sportsperson. (Image: Suffolk Police)

Georgia Scarff's family said she was 'star in every sense of the word'. Image: Suffolk Police (Image: Suffolk Police) Georgia was about to sit her GCSEs. Image: Suffolk Police (Image: Suffolk Police)

“Georgia was about to sit her GCSEs and was expected to do well and continue with A levels. She had an enquiring mind and a ready smile, a dry wit and maturity beyond her years.

“Georgia had so much potential and a bright future. She was a loyal and generous friend and was admired for her tenacity and courage. 

“Whilst she downplayed her successes, we were hugely proud of all her achievements. We know how missed she will be by all that knew her as a friend, peer, teammate, as her teacher or coach and especially by her family."