Alice Mayo’s family described her as being ‘beautiful inside and out’
13:29, 09 Feb 2026Updated 17:07, 09 Feb 2026
PC Alice Mayo, of Cheshire Police, has died in a crash(Image: Cheshire Police)
The heartbroken family and colleagues of a serving police officer have paid tribute to her after she was killed in a crash.
Alice Mayo, who had served with Cheshire Police for more than six years, died in the smash on the A534 Spark Lane in Arclid on Saturday (February 7). The 29-year-old was off-duty at the time of the incident.
Alice was driving a blue Fiat 500 which was involved in the crash with a white Land Rover Defender, a spokesperson for Cheshire Police said. Tragically, she died on the scene.
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Alice was a police constable on Macclesfield’s BEAT team and was described by the head of the force as a ‘dedicated’ and ‘courageous’ colleague. Her family described her as being ‘beautiful inside and out’ as they said her death will leave ‘a huge hole’ in their lives.
In a full tribute to her, Alice’s family said: “Alice meant so much to so many. She was a daughter, a sister, an auntie, a niece, a dog-mum to Ned the Cocker Spaniel, and a friend to so many.
“She was beautiful inside and out. She will leave a huge hole in our lives, but also a legacy of laughter, fun, and sunshine. She achieved so much in her short life, and leaves behind a heartbroken, but incredibly proud, family.
“Alice was at a time of her life where she was really happy. She overcame so much, but she never gave up. She was taken far too soon.”
Cheshire Constabulary Chief Constable Mark Roberts said: “This was a tragic incident, and my thoughts are with Alice’s family, friends, and colleagues at this difficult time. I want to pay tribute to our professional and courageous colleague.
“She was a dedicated professional who will be missed by all those who knew her. We are supporting Alice’s family and colleagues at this extremely difficult time.
“I would ask that people do not speculate about the collision and the circumstances around it. Please let our experienced and professional investigators carry out their work.”
Dan Price, Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire, said: “I am deeply saddened to hear about the death of Alice at the weekend. My thoughts are with those who knew and loved her and of course with the policing family that she was part of.”
A 77-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after the crash. He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
An investigation into the crash is continuing. Anyone with information or footage which may aid the investigation is urged to get in touch, with police at www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us, or by calling 101, quoting IML-2266170.