The FCT Police Command has commenced investigation into a 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.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Josephine Adeh, Wednesday in Abuja, acknowledged that the Command was aware of the ‘disturbing viral video’.
According to Adeh, “In swift response to the tragic incident, the Commissioner of Police, FCT, CP Ajao S. Adewale, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident.
“Preliminary investigation reveals that the victim, later identified as Aladi Offikwu Johnson, also known as Tessy, a female from Benue State, checked into a hotel located at 3rd Avenue, Gwarinpa, on June 16, 2025, in the company of an unidentified male who was later observed to have exited the premises without her.
“The victim was discovered unconscious by hotel staff during routine service rounds, prompting immediate notification to the Police. She was confirmed dead upon medical evaluation.”
She further stated that, “While the investigation is ongoing, the CP urges 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 spokesperson added, “The Command commiserates with the family of the deceased and assures that every effort is being made to bring the perpetrator(s) to justice.”
She assured further updates on the case would be communicated in due course.