Authorities in Illinois, United States, have discovered the body of a missing Nigerian woman, Olasinmibo Abosede, popularly known as Sinmi.
The remains were recovered on Thursday at about 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 disclosed that the deceased’s clothing 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 walk and was last captured on surveillance footage at 9:20 a.m. in the 2100 block of Sudbury Street. At the time, 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 but confirmed that an autopsy will be carried out by the coroner’s office. A joint investigation into the death is being conducted by the forest preserve police and Naperville police.
Abosede’s disappearance had earlier sparked an extensive search effort, with police, volunteers, and canine units combing the forest preserve.
Forest Preserve District Police Chief, David Pederson, said: “Our hearts go out to Sinmi’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
