Victoria Bus Station crash: Tributes to woman who died

Catherine Finnegan died on Monday after being hit by a bus in Victoria

Tributes have been paid to a woman who died in a crash at Victoria Bus Station in central London.

Catherine Finnegan, 56, died at the scene after being hit by a double-decker bus at 08:59 GMT on Monday.

Her family described her as "our beloved daughter, sister, partner, most adored auntie and treasured friend".

They added: "She was a whirlwind in any room and lit up this world with her energy, enthusiasm for life and joy. She will be forever in our hearts."

Ms Finnegan, originally from County Galway and also known as Kathleen, had a "fast Irish wit" and "made her friends and family so very proud of her clever, bright personality", her family said.

They are currently being supported by officers from the Metropolitan Police's serious collision investigation unit.

The bus driver, a 46-year-old woman, was taken to hospital and later discharged.

The Met is continuing its investigation and has appealed for any witnesses to come forward.

In November, the bus station at Terminus Place was closed for about six weeks for "essential works to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility".

The works included changing parts of the layout, altering road markings and adding tactile paving.

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