Death of Dr Fortune Gomo – South Road, Dundee
A 39-year-old woman who died after being seriously injured in South Road, Dundee around 4.25pm yesterday, Saturday, 5 July 2025, has been formally identified and can be named as Fortune Gomo, who lived locally.
Fortune was treated by paramedics however, she was pronounced dead at the scene. A post-mortem has taken place and her death is now being treated as murder.
A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with her death. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal and he is due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Monday, 7 July 2025.
Detective Superintendent Peter Sharp, the officer in charge of the inquiry, said:
“Firstly, my thoughts remain with Fortune’s family at this incredibly sad time. They are being supported by specialist officers and I would ask that their privacy is respected.
“Our enquiries are continuing and I remain satisfied that the incident poses no wider risk to the public.
"At this early stage of the investigation we are following a number of lines of inquiry. I am also acutely aware of content circulating on social media and would urge the public not to speculate about the circumstances of the incident.
“The public will notice a visibly increased police presence in the area and I would encourage anyone who has any concerns to speak with our officers.
“I continue to appeal for anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the incident or has information that may assist us to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2283 of 5 July 2025. Information can also be given to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
