Tributes paid to NHS worker, 21, who died in mystery nightclub tragedy

Friends and family have paid tribute to a 'one of a kind' NHS worker after she died in a mystery nightclub tragedy, despite medics' attempts to save her. 

Olivia Spencer, 21, collapsed during a techno club night event at Vaults in Cardiff this weekend and died at the scene. 

Police say they are continuing to investigate the 'sudden and unexplained' death, which happened in the early hours of Saturday morning. 

Olivia's friends and family members have since paid tribute to the healthcare support worker of Treorchy, Rhondda, and described her as 'a beautiful angel'.

A family source told Mailonline that her shock death was 'an absolute tragedy'.

They said: 'Olivia was a beautiful, caring young woman who gave her heart and soul to her job with the NHS and we are struggling with her loss.

'Olivia was loved so much by all of us. We are just so sorry she has gone.'

They added: 'She was still so young and had so much to look forward to in the years ahead. She loved her nursing job and she was incredibly popular.

The source added: 'We have no clue yet about how she died and people should not be speculating.'

The relative added: 'All I do know is that we are all utterly devastated.

In a statement issued by police, Olivia's family said: 'We as a family are absolutely devastated, Olivia was one of a kind with a heart of pure gold, she lit up every room she walked into with her funny, bubbly personality.

'She will be missed by all who knew her.'

South Wales Police said: 'There are no suspicious circumstances, and a file is being prepared on behalf of HM Coroner.'

Aunt Natalie Palmer said: 'Words fail me, there are so many wonderful memories that I will cherish forever. You will be forever missed, I am so lost for words.'

Good friend Mia Clayton wrote: 'Our beautiful Liv, I'm so grateful to have shared the best memories with you, you truly was one of a kind.

'Hope your partying hard up there like we all know you love to do crazy girl, nothing will ever be the same without you here. I'm absolutely heartbroken.

'To think we will never be able to see your crazy dance moves or hear your nuts stories again absolutely kills me, the world is so cruel.

'I'll always love and miss you, Olivia, forever 21 our beautiful angel.'

Cousin Nicole James, added: 'I still can't get my head around that you're gone, or that I'm even having to write this. My crazy little cousin.. you were taken from us too early.'

Sharing a picture of her and Olivia together, Nicole added: 'Every time I look at this photo and see the way you're looking up at me I cry.

'I will miss our crazy convo's and your wicked little laugh. You're going to be missed so much!!! Rest in peace beautiful girl xxx'

Vaults, a club run from a former bank vault in Butetown, Cardiff, said it was 'absolutely heartbroken' by Olivia's death.

In a statement the club said: 'As a venue, we are absolutely heartbroken due to the events of Friday night.

'During the event, concerns were raised for an individual who was immediately taken to the onsite medic for medical assistance.

'South Wales Ambulance Service arrived within minutes to the aid of our medic, but tragically the individual passed away despite every effort from the medical staff.

'We would like to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the individual and offer our continued support during this tragic time.

'Safety is our number one priority as a venue, and we will continue to implement our strict policies through our upcoming events.'

Many clubgoers have thanked Vaults staff for the care they showed during the tragic event by offering friends of Olivia's hot drinks and support.

South Wales Central Coroner's Office confirmed Olivia's death had been referred to a coroner's officer who would determine if an inquest was likely to open in the coming days.