Woman Who Fell From Westminster Bridge During London Terror Attack Finally Dies

A woman who plummeted into the River Thames from Westminster Bridge during last month's terror attack has died from her injuries. Andreea Cristea, 31, had been receiving medical treatment in hospital following the attack and life support was withdrawn yesterday.

Andreea was a Romanian national, but had been visiting London, and her partner Andrei Burnaz to celebrate his birthday. Mr Burnaz was due to propose on the day of the attack.

A statement released by Andreea's family, together with her partner, described her as "the most unique and life loving person you can imagine".

It said: "After fighting for her life for over two weeks, our beloved and irreplaceable Andreea - wonderful daughter, sister, partner, dedicated friend and - was cruelly and brutally ripped away from our lives in the most heartless and spiritless way.

"She will always be remembered as our shining ray of light that will forever keep on shining in our hearts. "Andreea is now unfortunately not able to have part of the money that was raised for her recovery, so we would like to donate it to charity. She would not have it any other way.

"There are no words to even begin to describe the crushing pain and emptiness that is left in our hearts. "Our family, together with Andrei, are deeply touched and eternally grateful for the unimaginable efforts and never-ending dedication provided to her and us by the entire medical personnel of each and every hospital involved. Their kindness and empathy are beyond compare.

"We would not have been able to live through these trying and tragically hurtful weeks without the support of the Metropolitan Police, the UK Government and every department involved.

"Our hearts and love go out to our two Family Liaison Officers, Detective Sergeants Tony De-Wilde and Geraint Jones, who stood beside us every single step of the way. You were our lifeline and we will never be able to thank you enough."