Police probe suspected murder of teenage boy at UI swimming pool
The Oyo State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of an unidentified teenage boy at the swimming pool of the University of Ibadan. In a statement, the
- From Segun Showunmi, Ibadan
The Oyo State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of an unidentified teenage boy at the swimming pool of the University of Ibadan.
In a statement, the Command’s spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, said the case is being treated as a suspected murder, with detectives already working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
He urged the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information.
According to him, the incident was reported by the institution’s Chief Security Officer, who alerted authorities after the body of the victim, believed to be between 14 and 15 years old, was found floating in the pool.
He said, "Factually, information was received from the institution’s Chief Security Officer that the body of the victim, aged about 14–15 years, was sighted on the surface of the swimming pool earlier that day.
"Detectives promptly visited the scene, where preliminary observations revealed that the body had been removed from the pool and placed beside it. Blood was observed oozing from the mouth and nose, with slight bruises on the nose.
"Items suspected to belong to the deceased, including a pair of shoes and a shirt, were found close to the pool, while blood stains were also observed within the pavilion area.
"The body was evacuated to the General Hospital, Adeoyo, Ibadan, where he was confirmed dead on arrival and subsequently deposited at the mortuary."
Police said investigations are ongoing.
