Authorities in Illinois have confirmed the discovery of the body of a missing Nigerian woman, Olasinmibo Abosede, popularly known as Sinmi.
The remains were found on Thursday around 1:55 p.m. in the Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve near the intersection of 83rd Street and Chandelle Drive, according to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County and the Naperville Police Department.
Police said the clothing on the deceased matched what the 42-year-old was last seen wearing when she disappeared on July 30. Abosede had left her home near Springbrook Golf Course for a morning walk and was last captured on surveillance footage at 9:20 a.m. in the 2100 block of Sudbury Street. She was dressed in a black Adidas jacket, grey sweatpants, a black headscarf, and black Crocs.
“While we believe the individual to be Sinmi, the final confirmation will be made by the DuPage County Coroner’s Office,” Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres stated.
Authorities said they do not suspect foul play at this time but confirmed that an autopsy will be conducted by the coroner’s office. A joint investigation into her death is being carried out by the Forest Preserve Police and Naperville Police Department.
Abosede’s disappearance had sparked an extensive search effort involving police officers, volunteers, and canine units combing the forest preserve area.
Forest Preserve District Police Chief David Pederson expressed condolences, saying: “Our hearts go out to Sinmi’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
