Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters and Rebecca Walters remembered as police continue investigation into deaths off Brighton seafront
The identities of the three women whose bodies were recovered from the sea off Brighton beach have been confirmed by Sussex Police as sisters Jane Adetoro (36), Christina Walters (32) and Rebecca Walters (31) from the Uxbridge area of London. The devastating discovery has sent shockwaves through communities across London and Brighton, leaving a grieving family and many unanswered questions.
Emergency services were called to Brighton seafront near Madeira Drive shortly before 6am on 13 May after concerns were raised about a person in the water. Following a major search and rescue operation involving police, coastguard teams and lifeboat crews, the bodies of all three women were recovered from the sea. Authorities have confirmed there is currently no evidence of third-party involvement or criminality, although investigations remain ongoing. Detectives have reviewed extensive CCTV footage and carried out enquiries across the area to establish the sisters’ final movements.
A Father’s Heartbreaking Tribute
In a statement released through Sussex Police, the sisters’ father, Joseph, described his daughters as the “joy” and “strength” of the family, paying tribute to their individual personalities and the love they brought into the lives of those around them. He spoke of an unbearable loss and the lasting memories that will remain with the family forever.
For many readers, the tragedy resonates beyond the headlines. Three women in the prime of their lives—three sisters whose bond was built through shared memories, family traditions and sisterhood—are now being remembered not for how they died, but for how they lived and the impact they had on those who loved them.
From a Femme Perspective
At F The News, we believe stories involving women deserve more than speculation and sensationalism. Too often, women become statistics in breaking news cycles. Behind every headline is a life, a family and a community navigating unimaginable grief.
The loss of Jane, Christina and Rebecca is a reminder of the importance of compassion in reporting and of centring the humanity of those affected. As investigators continue their work, the focus should remain on supporting the family, respecting their privacy and allowing the facts to emerge through due process rather than conjecture.
Investigation Continues
Sussex Police are appealing for information from anyone who may have seen the sisters in the Madeira Drive area between the evening of 12 May and the early hours of 13 May. Officers say they remain committed to understanding exactly what happened and providing answers to the family.
As tributes continue to pour in, Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters and Rebecca Walters are being remembered by loved ones as daughters, sisters, friends and women whose lives mattered.
Our thoughts are with their family, friends and everyone affected by this heartbreaking loss. ❤️
If you have information relating to the incident, Sussex Police are asking witnesses to come forward as part of their ongoing investigation.
