An inquest has been opened into the death of a motorcyclist from Tostock who died in a traffic collision on the A14 last year.

Maurice Brame, 61, was killed after he was in a collision with a lorry between Sproughton and the Copdock interchange on September 21, 2022. 

An inquest into his death will take place at Suffolk Coroner's Court on October 3. 

Police were called to the scene of the crash shortly after 6am.

East Anglian Daily Times: Mr Brame was killed after a traffic collision on the A14. Credit: Suffolk ConstabularyMr Brame was killed after a traffic collision on the A14. Credit: Suffolk Constabulary (Image: Suffolk Constabulary)

Ambulance and Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service crews were also in attendance, but Mr Brame died at the scene.

Sergejs Baikovs, 33, of Tattersall Road, Boston, has been accused of causing the death of the Suffolk motorcyclist by dangerous driving. 

Mr Baikovs has pleaded not guilty and the trial, which is expected to last five days, is due to get underway at Ipswich Crown Court on August 7, 2023.

In November, around 50 bikers from across Suffolk took part in a funeral procession for Mr Brame - who died while driving to work at GMA Haulage, where he had worked for 27 years. 

In a tribute following his death, his family said: "The great loves of his life were his fiancée Jenny of eight years, his motorbike, his football team Leeds United and his music.

East Anglian Daily Times: The inquest will be held at Suffolk Coroner's Court on October 3, 2023. Credit: NewsquestThe inquest will be held at Suffolk Coroner's Court on October 3, 2023. Credit: Newsquest (Image: Newsquest)

"Years ago, Maurice and his brother Glyn used to run a disco together called 'Masterblaster' when it was CB Radio and his call name was 'Woodchopper'.

"Maurice was a funny chap and always said he should have been a comedian with all the little sayings he would come out with.

"Anyone that knew or met Maurice, he would leave a lasting impression on them.

"Maurice had a heart of gold, he was very loving and would do anything for anyone if he could."