A woman who died in a crash in central London on Tuesday has been named as 20-year-old Aalia Mahomed, the Metropolitan Police has said.
Her family have paid tribute, describing her as a “beautiful soul who brought joy and laughter to everyone”.
Three others were hurt after a van hit pedestrians at about 11:40 GMT, close to King’s College London and Somerset House, Aldwych.
The Met has said the van driver, a 26-year-old man, arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and drug-driving offences has been bailed as investigations continue.
The statement from her family added: “She was a ray of sunshine in our lives, and will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.
“Her light will always live on in our memories and her smile will be our strength as we get through this difficult time.”
Her family are being supported by specialist officers.
A 27-year-old woman remains in a serious but non life-threatening condition, while a 23-year-old man has since been discharged after being treated in hospital.
