Melissa Marie Miley Water Accident: Bullhead City Mourns Loss of Melissa Marie Miley After Colorado River Tragedy
It is with profound sadness that the Bullhead City community remembers Melissa Marie Miley, 55, whose life came to a tragic end on Friday, September 11, 2026, after she entered the Colorado River and did not resurface.
According to authorities, Bullhead City Police responded at approximately 8:20 a.m. to the area near the 600 block of Highway 95 following reports of a person entering the water.
Police said surveillance footage showed a woman parking her vehicle, leaving the engine running, and entering the river while fully clothed. A large-scale search operation was immediately launched as emergency crews worked to locate her.
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 continued their efforts.
Despite the extensive search response, Melissa’s life was tragically lost, leaving family, friends, and members of the community grieving.
Those who knew Melissa are now remembering her life, the connections she built, and the memories she shared with the people around her. Her passing has brought sorrow to those who loved and cared for her.
As the community mourns, thoughts and condolences are with Melissa Marie Miley’s family, friends, and all those affected by this heartbreaking loss.
May Melissa Marie Miley rest in peace, and may her memory continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
