Three women discovered dead in the sea near Brighton beach earlier this month have been identified as sisters from London, police have confirmed. Jane Adetoro, 36, Christina Walters, 32, and Rebecca Walters, 31, all from the Uxbridge area, were found deceased near Madeira Drive on May 13.
Emergency services were alerted around 5:45 a.m. following concerns for a person in the water near Black Rock car park. Two additional bodies were later recovered nearby. Sussex Police stated that there is currently no evidence of criminality or third-party involvement, but detectives are continuing inquiries to establish the exact circumstances, as reported by The Guardian.
Authorities believe the sisters may have entered the sea from the beach before encountering difficulties. It is understood they were first seen near Brighton Palace Pier before drifting toward Brighton Marina.
Their father, Joseph, paid tribute to his daughters in a statement released through police. He said, "Jane, Christina, and Becky were more than daughters to me; they were my joy, my strength and the beautiful light that filled our family with happiness and love. Each of you was unique and precious in your own special way. Your smiles brightened dark days, your laughter brought comfort and your presence made life more meaningful. Though your time on Earth was short, the impact you made will remain in our hearts forever."
Police have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV footage while continuing to trace the women's final movements around the beach area. Chief Superintendent Adam Hays stated that officers would "leave no stone unturned" during the investigation.
"The thoughts of everyone at Sussex Police are with the family of Jane, Christina and Rebecca following this devastating loss," Hays added.
