Woman found dead in Gozo apartment

A spokesperson for the police said foul play could not be excluded but did not appear likely

The woman was found dead in an apartment in Triq il-Kapuccini in Rabat, Gozo (Photo: Google Maps)
The woman was found dead in an apartment in Triq il-Kapuccini in Rabat, Gozo (Photo: Google Maps)

A 23-year-old woman has been found dead in an apartment in Gozo, the police have confirmed.

The police said their assistance was requested at 1:15pm at a residence in Triq il-Kapuccini in Rabat, Gozo.

Upon arriving at the apartment, the police said the woman, who is Nigerian, was found on the floor. An ambulance was called however the woman was certified dead on the spot.

A spokesperson for the police said that while foul play could not be excluded it did not appear to be the case at this stage.

A magisterial inquiry has been launched as police investigations continue.