The family of three sisters who died in Brighton has spoken out amid growing public attention and speculation surrounding the tragic incident. Jane, Christina, and Rebecca, aged in their twenties and early thirties, were found deceased near Brighton beach in a case currently under investigation by police.

Their relatives described the sisters as closely bonded, high-achieving young women who had recently moved together to a flat in Uxbridge and were excited about their independence. Jane worked as an accountant, Christina was pursuing a degree in education at Brunel University, and Rebecca had completed various training courses. The sisters lived quiet lives, abstaining from social media, alcohol, and nightlife, preferring instead to spend time together and maintain close family connections.

The family has expressed deep distress over the online commentary and conspiracy theories that have emerged since the sisters’ deaths. Genevieve, a close relative, said the family has had to shield younger members from distressing social media posts, some of which contained hurtful and racially insensitive remarks. “We are their family, and we don’t have answers,” she said, emphasizing the pain caused by public speculation.

Their mother, Janice, died 16 years ago, an event that transformed the family dynamic. The sisters developed a close-knit relationship described by relatives as a “bubble” where Jane took on a maternal role, Christina was seen as stubborn, and Rebecca brought humor to the group. All were said to be reserved and cautious in their behavior.

Jik, another family member who had worked as a social worker and now works as a life coach, expressed hope that the tragedy was the result of a terrible accident rather than any wrongdoing. She speculated that perhaps one of the sisters lost her footing on the beach’s steep drop-off, and the others attempted to rescue her. The incident occurred on the night of a David Attenborough tribute event in Brighton, a figure the sisters admired.

The family deplored the lack of information and the proliferation of unfounded theories, which they say have distracted from their grief. Confusion deepened when the family provided a digitally altered photo of the sisters—created due to the absence of a single image of all three together—which some believe contributed to further speculation.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the sisters’ deaths and have not released details as the inquiry remains ongoing. The family now faces the difficult task of planning a joint funeral and confronting their sudden loss. Despite their sorrow, the relatives hold onto the hope that clarity will emerge in time.

Reflecting on the tragedy, Genevieve said there was no consolation in the fact the sisters died together. “They had their whole lives ahead of them,” she said. “They should have had children, married, and lived full lives. We have lost so many years.”