The Oyo State Police Command has appealed to members of the public to assist in identifying a woman whose lifeless body was discovered inside a drainage channel in Egbeda area of Ibadan.
The spokesperson for the command, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, 16th March, 2026.
According to the PPRO, the body was found on Saturday, March 14, around Ile Marun, in the Iwo Road axis along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The police spokesperson said the discovery was first reported to the Egbeda Divisional Police Headquarters by a good Samaritan who owns a car wash in the area.
Olayinka said an initial examination of the body indicated signs of violence, suggesting that the woman may have been k!lled.
He urged individuals whose female family members or relatives are currently missing, to report to the Egbeda Divisional Police Headquarters or contact the nearest police station.
“The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of the discovery of the lifeless body of an unidentified woman within the Egbeda area of Ibadan,” the statement read.
“On Saturday, 14th March 2026, a report was received at the Egbeda Divisional Police Headquarters by a good Samaritan, who stated that earlier the same day, upon arriving at his car wash stand located around Ile Marun, Iwo Road, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, he observed the lifeless body of a woman lying inside a nearby drainage channel.
“Upon receipt of the report, a team of police operatives led by the Divisional Crime Officer (DCO), 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.
“Investigation has commenced, and efforts are ongoing to ascertain the identity of the deceased as well as circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The Oyo 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.
“Members of the public are also encouraged 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.”
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