The top nurse at Guy’s and St Thomas’ hospitals has said she is “devastated” by the disappearance of one of the trust’s trainees, who has been missing for six weeks.
Owami Davies was last seen in Croydon on July 7 at about 12.30pm on CCTV after leaving her home in Essex three days earlier. Five people have been arrested in relation to the enquiry. All have since been released on bail. Police have said the case was still a ‘missing persons’ investigation.
Avey Bhatia, chief nurse at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS foundation trust, said: “We are devastated about the disappearance of our colleague Owami Davies who is a final-year student nurse at our Trust.
“While we await further developments on this police investigation, our thoughts remain with Owami’s family and friends, and the many colleagues who work with her.
The CCTV footage shows Ms Davies in a dark jacket, red t-shirt, light grey joggers and sliders. She was carrying a white handbag over her shoulder. Ms Davies is seen walking north on London Road, in Croydon away from West Croydon and towards Norbury.
Owami Davies: Missing nurse is student at Guy’s and St Thomas’
Officers have issued another appeal for help in the search on Tuesday. Officers from the National Crime Agency have joined the investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Nigel Penney, who is leading the investigation, said: “The search to find Owami Davies continues and we are conducting searches, appeals and extensive CCTV enquiries in order to trace and find her. I would remind people that even though detectives from Specialist Crime are investigating, this remains a missing person enquiry.
“We are obviously very concerned for the welfare of Owami and it is possible she is in the local area and in need of help. We have reports of someone of Owami’s description being seen in the Croydon area in the days after she was last seen on CCTV and we sincerely hope to find her safe and well.
“I would also appeal to anyone who may be helping Owami, or Owami if you see this message, please be assured you are not in any trouble at all. We are only concerned for your welfare and want to make sure you are okay. You can contact us, or a charity like Missing People on 116 000 and just speak to let us know that you are okay. Owami, your family love you and are desperate for news, they would be overjoyed to hear you are safe.
“I would urge people to look at the photos of Owami and contact us if they have seen her or remember seeing her in the area. We have already had outstanding support from the local community, partners and businesses and we appreciate everyone who has contacted us or helped publicise the search for Owami.
“I know Owami’s family are grateful for all the help the public have given, please continue to help by calling police if you have any information. Your call could be the vital information that helps us find Owami safe and well.”
Anyone with information should call the incident room on 020 8721 4622 where detectives are waiting to speak to you. Information provided will be handled sensitively and anyone who comes forward to assist officers will be given every support.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers. They are separate from the police, they do not trace calls or monitor IP addresses. To contact them, either call 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org