A 60-year-old American woman, Jacqueline Bolling Elton, has died under sudden circumstances while visiting her male companion in Warri.
Elton reportedly arrived in Nigeria on September 15 to spend time with her friend, 39-year-old Alawode Olaide. However, tragedy struck on September 29, around 3:00 p.m., when she suddenly fell ill at his residence.
She was rushed to a private hospital in Otokutu before being referred to the Central Hospital, Warri. Sadly, doctors confirmed her dead on arrival.
Authorities have since launched an investigation into the incident. Olaide has been taken into custody for questioning, while Elton’s remains were deposited at the Central Hospital Mortuary for autopsy.
Police said the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.
The incident has stirred shock in Warri, as questions remain over the sudden demise of the American visitor.
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