It is with profound sadness that we remember Melissa Marie Miley, 55, of Bullhead City, whose life came to a tragic end on Friday, September 11, 2026, after she entered the Colorado River and did not resurface.

Bullhead City Police responded at approximately 8:20 a.m. to the area near the 600 block of Highway 95 following reports that a person had entered the water. Surveillance video showed a woman park her vehicle, leave the engine running, and enter the river fully clothed.

A large search effort was immediately launched. Police officers responded with a patrol boat and dive team, while Water Safety Rescue personnel searched the river using personal watercraft. A local media drone also assisted from the air as crews worked to locate the missing woman.

Approximately three hours later, a witness reported seeing a body floating near the 1200 block of Riverfront Drive. Search personnel responded to the location and recovered the woman from the river. She was identified as Melissa Marie Miley and was pronounced deceased.

The circumstances surrounding why Melissa entered the river remain unknown. Authorities have stated that no foul play is suspected at this time, and the investigation remains ongoing.

As her loved ones face the heartbreaking reality of her passing, may they find comfort in the memories they shared with Melissa and in knowing that her life mattered. Every person leaves behind moments, relationships, and memories that cannot simply disappear. Those memories become a lasting part of the people who knew and loved them.

Today, we pause to honor Melissa’s life and remember her with dignity, compassion, and respect. May her loved ones find strength during this difficult time, and may the memories of happier days bring them comfort when grief feels overwhelming.

May Melissa Marie Miley rest in peace. May she be remembered with love, and may her memory forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.