Family pays tribute to Derby woman after body is pulled from the River Derwent
Josephine Morales was reported missing to police early on Saturday morning
The family of a woman, whose body was found in the River Derwent in Derby yesterday, have paid tribute.
Josephine Morales was reported as missing on Saturday morning. Her family have posted on social media to say she'll be deeply missed and forever in their prayers.
The statement reads: "We can confirm the passing of our Mother, Daughter, Sister, and Auntie, Josephine Morales. She is an amazing daughter, sister, and auntie but above all a mother to her most beautiful talented five children. She will be deeply missed and will forever remain in our prayers. We ask that everyone respects our families' privacy during this difficult time. Hug your close ones extra tight tonight from us ❤️."
Derbyshire Police refer themselves to the IOPC
The force says specialist officers are working to support Josephine's family.
A statement from Derbyshire Police reads: "In line with mandatory procedures the force will be referring the incident to the Independent Office for Police Conduct due to prior police contact with Josephine. This was in relation to an earlier collision on Raynesway just after 12.30am on Saturday 22nd April in which it is believed Josephine was involved."