The grim mystery of the three sisters who drowned in Brighton

A walker found a body in the sea off Brighton on a chilly, windy morning. A major rescue operation mobilised multiple teams, including RNLI lifeboats and helicopters. Three bodies were recovered and taken ashore. The sisters were identified as Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters, and Rebecca Walters, all in their 30s. Their father, Joseph Walters, described profound grief and praised their unique qualities, smiles, laughter, and the love they brought to the family. Sixteen years earlier, their mother, Janice, died by drowning at 43 after leaving home without medication, money, or belongings during a severe cold snap. The circumstances leading the sisters into the water remain unclear.

"It was a dim, chilly morning in Brighton on Wednesday, May 13, when a walker spotted a body in the sea. The waters were roiling and the winds were high; a major operation mobilised four rescue teams, three RNLI lifeboats and two helicopters. Three bodies were eventually recovered and carried ashore."

"Last week, those bodies were identified as sisters, all in their 30s: Jane Adetoro, the oldest, an accountant who has been described by relatives as "extremely intelligent"; her younger sister Christina Walters, who recently graduated from Brunel University in London; and Rebecca Walters, the "baby" of the family: mischievous, lively, "always cracking jokes"."

"Their bereaved father, Joseph Walters, said in a heart-wrenching statement: "No words can truly describe the pain of losing three daughters in the prime of their lives. "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.""

"Sixteen years ago, the sisters' mother, Janice, died by drowning at just 43 years old. She was last seen by one of her daughters on January 5, 2010 at their home in the suburb of Erdington. Janice was reportedly known to suffer from stress-related mental-health issues and left the house without medication, money or any of her belongings."

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