The Jigawa state police command says it has launched an investigation into the death of a 60-year-old man who suffered a medical emergency at a hotel in Dutse, the state capital, while in the company of a 20-year-old woman.
In a statement, Lawan Shiisu Adam, police spokesperson Jigawa, said the incident was reported at about 12:50pm on Tuesday.
According to Adam, the man had checked into the hotel in Dutse metropolis with the woman and later requested a meal but suddenly began gasping for air.
“Upon receiving the distress report, police officers attached to the Yalwawa Division responded swiftly to the scene and immediately evacuated him to the General Hospital, Dutse, where he was examined by medical personnel and unfortunately certified dead,” the statement reads.
“Police detectives thereafter secured the scene and conducted a preliminary examination.
“During the exercise, some food items, beverages, a suspected sexual enhancement substance, and other personal effects were recovered for further examination as part of the ongoing investigation.
“All necessary procedures were observed to preserve relevant exhibits and facilitate a comprehensive investigation.”
The police spokesperson said after the man was certified dead and the required procedures were completed, his remains were released to his family for burial at their request.
He added said the 20-year-old woman who was with the deceased at the time of the incident is cooperating with investigators and has been providing information to help establish the sequence of events leading to the man’s death.
“The commissioner of police, Jigawa State Command, reassures members of the public that the investigation will be conducted thoroughly, professionally, and impartially,” he said.
“The Command therefore urges residents to refrain from speculation or circulating unverified information capable of causing unnecessary anxiety or prejudicing the investigation. Further information will be made available as the investigation progresses.”