A 20-year-old student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Audi Emmanuel, has reportedly died after allegedly taking his own life.
The deceased, said to be a Computer Engineering student of the institution, was reportedly found hanging in his residence.
Sources in the area said the incident occurred along Awolowo Road, Emure-Ile, Owo, near the Amotekun Corps office, sparking shock among residents.
Confirming the development, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, DSP Abayomi 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.
“The Command commiserates with the family of the deceased and urges members of the public to seek support and speak up during moments of emotional distress, as help is always available.”
As of the time of filing this report, authorities said investigations were ongoing to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.
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