The Osun State Police Command has launched investigation into the mysterious death of a young lady, identified as Bidemi Omole, at her boyfriend’s residence in the Esa-Oke area.
Reports said that Bidemi had gone to visit her boyfriend, identified as Yinka, on Friday evening when she suddenly fell ill.
Further reports added that Bidemi’s death occurred at about 9:30 pm .
According to a report, which quoted an anonymous resident, said the deceased showed no visible signs of serious illness before her sudden death.
He said: “We heard the cry for help and we all ran towards Yinka’s house. By the time I arrived, there were already many people there.
“I saw some security personnel at the house, but the crowd was overwhelming and it was already late. People were visibly shaken by the tragedy.”
Reports said that the deceased was believed to have been preparing to attend a vigil that evening before her untimely death.
“She usually attends vigil on Fridays. The police have since arrested the boyfriend, and he is with them now,” another eyewitness revealed.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, confirmed that the matter was reported to the police on Saturday.
He also explained that preliminary reports indicated that the deceased began vomiting shortly after her arrival at her boyfriend’s home.
“She was rushed to a hospital, but she died on the way.
“The death occurred on Friday. The deceased, Bidemi Omole, had gone to her boyfriend’s house in Esa-Oke. From what we gathered, she suddenly took ill,” he explained.
Ojelabi added: “The suspect, her boyfriend, is already in custody. An autopsy will be conducted to unravel the cause of death.”