The Oyo State Police command, on Monday, called on residents of the state to come forward for the identification of a lifeless body of a woman discovered in Egbeda Local Government Area of the state.
A statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, in Ibadan, the state capital, said a report was received on Saturday by a good Samaritan of a corpse discovered around the area.
He explained that on Saturday, March 14, a report was received at the Egbeda Divisional Police Headquarters by a good Samaritan, who stated that earlier the same day.
The PPRO said upon arriving at a car wash stand located around Ile Marun, Iwo Road, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, the Police observed the lifeless body of a woman lying inside a nearby drainage channel.
Ayanlade stressed that upon receipt of the report, a team of police operatives led by the Divisional Crime Officer of Egbeda Division promptly moved to the scene.
“On arrival, the lifeless body of an unidentified woman was found lying inside the drainage. A preliminary examination of the corpse revealed visible marks of violence around the head region, suggesting possible foul play.
“Photographs of the scene were taken, and the corpse was subsequently evacuated and deposited at the Adeoyo State Hospital Mortuary, Ring Road, Ibadan, for preservation and autopsy,” Ayanlade said.
The Police spokesperson added that an investigation has commenced, and efforts are ongoing to ascertain the identity of the deceased as well as the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The state Police command hereby appeals to members of the public, particularly individuals whose female family members or relatives are currently missing, to report to the Egbeda Divisional Police Headquarters or contact the nearest police station to assist in identifying the deceased. Such cooperation will greatly aid the ongoing investigation.
“The command assures the public that no stone will be left unturned in unraveling the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate incident and bringing anyone found culpable to justice,” Ayanlade said.
The command, therefore, urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to support the Police with credible information that can assist in ensuring the safety and security of all residents of the state.