Police Probe Death of Woman Found Bound in Abuja Hotel Room
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Ajao Adewale, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate death of a woman identified as Aladi Offikwu Johnson, also known as Tessy, who died with her hands bound behind her back in an Abuja hotel.
The Police Public Relations Officer, FCT Police Command, Josephine Adeh, a Superintendent of Police, stated in a release that preliminary investigation reveals that the victim, a female from Benue State, checked into a hotel located at 3rd Avenue, Gwarinpa, on 16th June 2025, in the company of an unidentified male who was later observed to have exited the premises without her.
According to her, “The FCT Police Command is aware of a disturbing viral video showing a young woman found unconscious with her hands tied behind her in a hotel room located in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja. In swift response to the tragic incident, the Commissioner of Police, FCT, CP Ajao Adewale, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident.”
She added that the victim was discovered unconscious by hotel staff during routine service rounds, prompting immediate notification to the police. The victim was confirmed dead upon medical evaluation.
Adeh noted that while the investigation is ongoing, the Commissioner of Police urged members of the public to remain calm and allow the police to carry out a comprehensive inquiry.
The Commissioner advises young ladies to exercise caution in their interactions, especially with unfamiliar individuals, and to always share their whereabouts with trusted friends or family members for safety purposes.
He also calls on hotel operators to strengthen internal security protocols, including mandatory identity verification for guests and the installation of functional surveillance systems to aid both deterrence and investigation.
The Command commiserates with the family of the deceased and assures that every effort is being made to bring the perpetrator to justice.
The spokesperson also promised to further update the public on the progress of the investigation in due course.
Linus Aleke
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