A 20-year-old student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic has been found dead in his residence in Emure-Ile, Ondo State, in an incident suspected to be suicide.
The lifeless body of the student was reportedly discovered in his room under circumstances that are yet to be fully explained.
The deceased, Audi Emmanuel, was a Computer Engineering student at the institution.
Confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Command spokesperson, Abayomi Jimoh, said the command had commenced an investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the death.
According to him, police operatives promptly visited the scene following the report.
He 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.
‎Jimoh urged members of the public to seek support and speak up during moments of emotional distress, noting that help is always available.
“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,” he added.
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