Family pay tribute to "kind, thoughtful and selfless" mum following a fatal road traffic collision last week

The family of a woman who sadly died in a road traffic collision in Wythenshawe last week have paid tribute to her.

It comes after we were called to reports of a road traffic collision on Southmoor Road, in Wythenshawe, at around 9.55am on Friday 5 June 2026. 

One vehicle, a white Ford Ka, was seen driving along the road when the driver suffered a suspected medical episode and collided with a vehicle in the opposite lane.

The driver of the Ford was taken to hospital but sadly died on Monday 8 June. She has now been named by her family as 59-year-old Maxine Hickman.

In a heartfelt tribute, Maxine's family said: "Many people may already have heard about this incident, either through family and friends or online following the collision on Southmoor Road on Friday 5th June 2026.

"It is with great sadness that we confirm that our mum passed away following the incident. We were later informed that she had suffered a brain aneurysm whilst driving, which led to the collision.

"Our mum worked as an NHS Healthcare Assistant and dedicated much of her life to caring for others. She was a kind, thoughtful and selfless person who always put other people first. Whether it was supporting family, friends, colleagues or those in her care, she was always willing to help.

"She had a wonderful sense of humour, loved spending time with those around her, and brought warmth and kindness wherever she went. She was deeply loved by her family and touched the lives of many people through her generosity and compassion.

"Even after her passing, Mum continued to help others through organ donation, something that reflects the caring person she was throughout her life.

"As a family, we would like to thank the emergency services, hospital staff, and everyone who has supported us with their kindness, prayers and messages during this incredibly difficult time.

"She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

"Wesley, Parris, Sophia and Regan."

Officers from the SCIU continue their investigation and are asking for anyone with information to please come forward.

This includes anyone who saw the vehicle driving before the collision, witnessed the incident itself, or has dashcam footage of the incident.

You can contact the SCIU directly on 0161 856 4741, contact the police on our Live Chat service at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 925 of 05/06/2026.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.