Swimmer who died off Jersey coast named as Joy Godfray

The woman who died after being rescued off the coast of Jersey last night has been named as Joy Godfray.

Today would have been her 32nd birthday.

Her family have described her as 'a darling daughter' and say they are shocked and devastated at her passing.

The family wished to pass on their heartfelt thanks to the members of the public and all the emergency services who fought to save the life of their daughter.

Jersey Fire Service's rescue boat and two RNLI Lifeboats were launched at about 8:20pm, after two swimmers were caught in extreme conditions off Green Island.

Emergency services found a male swimmer had been rescued by a member of the public who was an experienced swimmer, but Miss Godfray was dragged east by the rough conditions.

The RNLI were able to locate her between Green Island and Le Hocq, and she was placed on board an inshore Life Boat.

She was brought back to town on the boat, but later died in hospital.

Anyone who witnessed and has been distressed by this incident may call a 24 hour mental health liaison service via the Emergency Department at the General Hospital on (01534) 442264.