Identity of lady found dead on Abuja street revealed

The identity of a lady whose body was found on a road around Jabi area of Abuja on Saturday has been uncovered.

According to a report by security analyst, Zagozola Makama, the deceased – a 23-year-old lady, identified as Grace Godwin, is  suspected be  a victim of abduction and possible murder.

“Godwin, a fuel attendant at the Mobil Filling Station in Mabushi, was discovered unconscious by the roadside near Iya Abubakar Street around 6:00 a.m., according to police sources.

“Detectives from the Jabi Police Division responded promptly and rushed the victim to the National Hospital, where she was confirmed dead by doctors on duty.

“Her body has been deposited at the hospital’s mortuary for autopsy. Her family has been notified and has positively identified her,” Makama reported on Sunday.

According to the report, preliminary investigations revealed that Grace boarded a commercial vehicle around 8:53 p.m. on Friday at Mabushi a vehicle suspected to be operated by a “one chance” criminal gang.

The suspects reportedly contacted her family at 11:56 p.m. to demand ransom.

Meanwhile, police said they have launched a manhunt to identify and apprehend those responsible.

“Investigation is ongoing, and all efforts are being intensified to bring the perpetrators to justice,”  a source in the police reportedly said.

Recall that PlatinumPost had on Saturday reported the discovery of the body in Jabi, which is located in the Abuja Municipal Area Council.