Human Remains Found on Sussex Beaches Confirmed as Missing Jersey Woman Anne Potter
Tragic news as human remains discovered on two Sussex beaches last December have been officially identified as Anne Potter, a woman reported missing from Jersey in autumn 2024.
Timeline: From Disappearance to Identification
- Autumn 2024: Anne Potter was last seen on Jersey, sparking a huge multi-agency search involving police, coastguards, and volunteers.
- 11 December 2024: Human remains discovered on a beach near Brighton.
- 25 December 2024: Second set of remains found on Ovingdean beach, east of Brighton.
- June 2025: DNA tests confirmed both finds belong to Anne Potter.
Heartbreaking Confirmation from Police
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Hafey, who led the probe, said:
“We must unfortunately confirm the death of Anne Potter who went missing in Jersey last autumn. Remains found near Brighton have been confirmed by DNA as Anne’s. Despite extensive searches, Anne was not found earlier. Our thoughts are with her husband, family, and friends during this difficult time.”
Ongoing Investigation
The UK Coroner has taken over the case and will investigate the circumstances of Anne’s death. Authorities have released no further details and asked for privacy for Anne’s loved ones.
Community Mourns as Search Ends
Anne’s disappearance gripped Jersey with local communities rallying in support of the search efforts. The tragic confirmation of her death brings a devastating close to the months-long hunt.
If you have any information that could help the investigation, please contact Sussex Police or the States of Jersey Police (SOJP).
