Three sisters die in Brighton sea tragedy named, father speaks in heartbreaking tribute
Three sisters who lost their lives in the sea off Brighton beach have now been formally named, as their family speaks publicly about their devastating loss.
The women have been identified as Jane Adetoro, 36, Christina Walter, 32, and Rebecca Walter, 31.
They had travelled from Uxbridge in west London to the coastal resort in East Sussex before the tragedy unfolded early last Wednesday morning.
Sussex Police confirmed their identities today, while their father, Joseph, released a deeply emotional statement describing the pain of losing all three of his daughters at once.
“Today, with a heart full of sorrow and love, I pay tribute to my beloved daughters, Jane, Christina, and Becky, whose lives ended so tragically far too soon,” he said.
He continued by reflecting on their bond as a family, saying no words could properly capture the grief he is experiencing.
“No words can truly describe the pain of losing three daughters in the prime of their lives.
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,” he said.
He added that each of them brought something special into the lives of those around them, describing their personalities with warmth and sorrow.
“Jane, your strength and loving spirit will never be forgotten. Christina, your kindness and beautiful heart touched so many lives.
Becky, your warmth and joyful soul brought happiness wherever you went,” he wrote. “You were deeply loved, and you will always be deeply missed.”
Emergency services were called around 5.45am on May 13 after concerns were raised for a person’s welfare. The bodies of the three sisters were later recovered from the water.
Police have said that the exact circumstances are still unclear, although there is currently no indication of criminal involvement or third-party responsibility.
Investigators have been carrying out extensive enquiries, including reviewing CCTV footage and speaking to people in the area.
Officers have also been conducting door-to-door checks around Madeira Drive in Brighton to piece together the sisters’ final movements.
Chief Superintendent Adam Hays, Divisional Commander for Brighton and Hove, said the investigation is ongoing and urged members of the public to come forward if they have any relevant information.
He said officers are particularly interested in anyone who may have seen the sisters between 10pm on Tuesday, May 12, and 5.30am on Wednesday, May 13.
The Coastguard is also exploring possible scenarios, including whether one of the women may have entered the water and encountered difficulty due to the steep seabed drop-off in the area.
A source familiar with coastal safety explained that the shoreline in parts of Brighton can change suddenly from shallow to deep water, making conditions dangerous even for experienced swimmers.
“You can go from knee-high to chest-high water very quickly,” the source said, adding that shifting pebbles and strong backwash can make it difficult to regain footing once swept off balance.
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