Residents of Oke Egan in the Ilogbo-Eremi area of Badagry, Lagos State, were thrown into shock on Friday after the lifeless body of an elderly woman, identified as Victoria Adegoke, was discovered in a nearby bush under disturbing circumstances.
According to community sources, the deceased, believed to be in her 60s and a grandmother, was found early in the morning after reportedly being attacked while returning from a church programme.
Eyewitness accounts suggest that the victim may have been assaulted before being killed, as her body was found in a secluded area with signs indicating violence.
Her personal belongings, including a mobile phone and ATM card, were reportedly missing at the scene.
A community leader who spoke anonymously said the woman had attended a religious programme at a local church and was staying temporarily with a relative nearby before the incident occurred.
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“She was on her way home early in the morning when she was allegedly attacked. Her belongings were taken, and her body was later discovered in the bush,” the source said.
Another resident described the incident as deeply disturbing, noting that the area has recorded similar security challenges in the past. Locals also called on security agencies to intensify investigations and ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.
Residents reported the matter to a nearby police post in the area, while security operatives were said to have commenced preliminary investigation into the incident.
As of the time of filing this report, the Lagos State Police Command had yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
Authorities are expected to intensify efforts to track those responsible, especially through available leads linked to the victim’s stolen mobile device.
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