Three women have died following a “tragic incident” off the coast of Brighton, police have said.
The bodies of three women were later recovered from the water near Madeira Drive, a road that runs along the seafront to the east of Brighton Palace Pier.
“This is a tragic incident and fast-moving enquiries are ongoing to confirm the identities of these three women and understand exactly what has happened,” Chief Superintendent Adam Hays said.
Members of the public have been asked to stay away from Madeira Drive while police enquiries continue.
The coastguard has confirmed it is not searching for anyone else.
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