Nationwide — Jane Adetoro, 36, Christina Walter, 32, and Rebecca Walter, 31, all from London, were identified after their bodies were recovered from the ocean near Black Rock beach in Brighton. Police say the investigation is ongoing and there are currently no signs of foul play.
Sussex Police confirmed the formal identification on May 20, about a week after the bodies were found on May 13 at around 5:45 a.m. local time.
According to People, emergency services responded to reports near the Black Rock parking area off Madeira Drive in Brighton, where the three women were discovered along the shoreline. Authorities said the area is a well-known coastal spot that attracts both locals and tourists throughout the year.
Police confirmed the sisters were from the Uxbridge area of London. Their next of kin are being supported by specialist officers during this time.
Investigators are continuing to piece together the women’s final movements before they were found. They also said there is currently no evidence of third-party involvement or criminal activity.
Officers reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV footage and carried out checks at nearby homes and businesses as part of the ongoing inquiry.
The sisters’ father, Joseph, issued a tribute through Sussex Police, describing the deep impact of their loss and the bond he shared with them.
“You were deeply loved, and you will always be deeply missed. The tragedy of losing all three of you has left an emptiness that words cannot heal. There are days when the grief feels unbearable, yet I hold tightly to the memories we shared — the laughter, the conversations, the love, and the bond that death can never take away,” he said.
“Though you are no longer here beside us, your spirits live on in our hearts every day. Love like yours never dies. You will forever remain a part of our lives, our prayers, and our memories,” Joseph continued. “Rest peacefully, my precious daughters — Jane, Christina, and Becky. You may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever remembered.”
Chief Superintendent Adam Hays of Sussex Police said the investigation remains active and focused on establishing a clear understanding of what happened. He also said police are supporting the family and asked the public to respect their privacy as inquiries continue.