A student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, along Awolowo Road in Emure-Ile, Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Audi Emmanuel, was found hanging in his room outside the campus of the institution.
The 20-year-old was said to be studying computer engineering at the state-owned institution. The reason for his death was still unknown at the time of filing this report.
In a video sighted on the Facebook page of one Alani Mi on Tuesday, the student’s swollen body was seen hanging. Some men were also seen in the video covering their noses, indicating that the deceased may have taken his life some time before discovery.
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed the incident and said an investigation had begun to ascertain the cause.
Jimoh said, “The Ondo State Police Command confirms the report of a suspected suicide incident at Emure-Ile involving a 20-year-old student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, who was found dead in his residence.
“Police operatives promptly visited the scene, where the body was recovered and deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy.
“Preliminary observations suggest a case of suicide; however, a thorough investigation is ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding the incident.”
While commiserating with the family of the deceased, the Command urged members of the public to seek support and speak up during moments of emotional distress, as help is always available.
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