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Delta Police Confirm Death of American Woman Visiting Boyfriend

She arrived on September 15, fell ill days later and was pronounced dead at a Warri hospital, police said.

4 October 2025 1 min read
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The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 60-year-old American woman, Jacqueline, who passed away while visiting her partner in Udu Local Government Area.

According to reports, Jacqueline arrived from the United States on September 15 to spend time with her Nigerian boyfriend. She reportedly developed sudden health complications days later and was rushed to a hospital in Warri.

Doctors confirmed her dead on arrival, prompting the police to begin investigations into the circumstances.

Authorities said efforts are ongoing to establish the exact cause of death, while assuring that the matter will be handled with transparency.

Written byAkpevwe Igho

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