A Scotland Yard intelligence analyst was killed after two vehicles collided with her bike as she cycled to work.

Rachel Brown, 25, was commuting through Worcester Park, Greater London, when the crash occurred just before 9am on April 7.

Despite the efforts of police, London Ambulance Service paramedics and members of the public, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

There have been no arrests made and all parties remained at the site of the incident, according to Scotland Yard.

The Metropolitan Police confirmed that Ms Brown, originally from Staines, Middlesex, was a member of staff, though they would not say in what capacity.

It is understood that she had worked in the forces analytical unit.

Friends described her as a “talented and very special young woman” who helped domestic assault victims in London through her work.

On a Facebook tribute page for Ms Brown, Gemma Charge, her friend and former colleague, said: “Rachel, you were a beautiful, talented and very special young woman. From the moment you joined our team, your energy and drive was such an inspiration. It was a joy and a privilege to have you in my team.”

Ms Brown, who studied law at Queen's University Belfast, was also known as a keen rower who represented Staines Boat Club senior women's team for several years.

The university's rowing club said: “Yet whilst she was both a talented and technical oarswoman, Rachel was also a popular crew member, loved and appreciated by so many for her bright nature, her kind heart, her constant encouragement and her colourful kit.”