Deaths of three women in sea in Brighton 'tragic and horrendous'
Sussex Police say it would not be appropriate to publicly name them at this stage.
www.bbc.comHere’s the latest reported information on the Brighton sea deaths.
- Several outlets reported that three women were recovered from the sea off Brighton in May 2026. Sussex Police indicated the bodies were found near Madeira Drive/Black Rocks area and that the investigation would focus on identifying the women and understanding what happened. Police also urged the public to avoid speculation while inquiries continued. [Sky News][BBC][Guardian][ITV Meridian][Independent]
- The beach was temporarily closed during the incident but was reopened once the immediate response concluded, as authorities worked on identifications and next-of-kin notifications. [Sky News][ITV Meridian][BBC]
- Authorities stated there was no evidence of third-party involvement at the outset and emphasized that the priority was informing families and conducting a thorough inquiry. [BBC][Guardian][ITV Meridian]
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