Cops were called at 8.59am on Monday to reports of a smash between a bus and a pedestrian at Victoria Bus Station in central London.

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Broken glass was littered across the pavement after a number 13 double-decker reportedly crashed through the back of a bus stop.

A large section of Victoria Station was cordoned off by police tape while black tarpaulins covered the crash scene.

The victim, who died at the scene, has now been named as Catherine Finnegan, 56, originally from County Galway.

In a statement, Catherine’s family said: “Our beloved daughter, sister, partner, most adored auntie and treasured friend Catherine Finnegan, known as Kathleen, lost her life on 29th January 2024.

“She will be remembered as a very unique lady who had the fast Irish wit.

“Catherine made her family and friends so very proud of her bright, clever personality.

“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.”

The family is being supported by officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit.

The driver of the bus, a woman in her forties, was also taken to hospital and later discharged.

Any witnesses who have not yet come forward are asked to call 020 8543 5157 quoting CAD 1417/29Jan.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan said: “Our thoughts and prayers are with this pedestrian who has been killed today.”

TfL boss Glynn Barton said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the person who was tragically killed following a collision with a bus in Victoria.

“This will have been a deeply distressing incident for everyone involved and we have support available for those affected.”

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