The identity of a woman who was found dead in the River Thames has been confirmed by the coroner. 

Priyanthie Bodiyabaduge, 63, was found in the river in Datchet, Slough on May 13 this year. 

The emergency services located her body near Kris Cruisers, a boat hire service in Southlea Road. 

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She was identified to police by her daughter.

An inquest was opened into her death on Tuesday (October 29) at Reading Coroner's Court. 

It was heard that her medical cause of death has been provided as 'drowning'. 

Coroner Heidi Connor confirmed that no date has yet been scheduled for a full inquest to take place into her death but all interested persons will be informed ahead of the hearing.