An "irreplaceable" man who died after jumping into the Thames to save a woman has been put forward for a bravery award.
Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole, 20 and known as Jimi, dived into the river in a bid to save a woman who fell from London Bridge in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Jimi was coming home from work when he and a pal jumped into the water after calling the police.
However he tragically died in the river, with rescuers finding his body six hours later while his friend and the woman were saved.
City of London Police have now contacted the Royal Humane Society to nominate Jimi to “honour his memory and heroism”, while the force will also look to award him a commendation from the Commissioner Ian Dyson.
A City of London Police spokesperson said: “We feel that is absolutely right to recognise the bravery and selfless actions of Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole, known as Jimi.
“Our thoughts remain with his friends and family at this difficult time.”
Michael Adewola, 63, and mum Olasunkanmi Adewole, 54, said they were heartbroken by their son's death although they were proud of him for trying to save the woman's life.
In statements through the force, his father Michael Adewola said: “Jimi is a loving son and my best friend. He has a good heart and always willing to help everyone around him. I’ll forever miss him.”
His mother Olasunkanmi Adewole said: “My son Jimi is my strength, he takes care of me and everyone. I’m empty without Jimi. I pray to have peace in my life.”
And his brother described him as “irreplaceable” and “the most generous person”.
Jimi was returning from his shift at the fine dining restaurant The Cinnamon Club in Westminster when he saw the woman on the bridge.
He and a colleague dived into the water after they saw her fall into the river.
They apparently tried to speak to her before diving into the water, Jimi's dad said.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to raise money for Jimi's family following his death.
