Ndata Bobb died in the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh following a disturbance at a property on Restalrig Avenue in Edinburgh.
09:11, 31 Aug 2025Updated 09:26, 31 Aug 2025
Ndata Bobb(Image: Police Scotland)
A man has been charged in connection with the “shocking” death of a woman in an Edinburgh property as she is pictured for the first time.
Emergency crews raced to a residency on Restalrig Avenue in the capital at around 1am on Thursday August 28 after receiving reports of a disturbance.
Upon attending, Ndata Bobb, 43, was rushed to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment, where she died a short time later.
Her next of kin are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.
A 55-year-old man, who was taken to St John’s Hospital for treatment, has now been arrested and charged in connection with her death.
Restalrig Avenue was closed after the incident. (Image: Phil Wilkinson)
He is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday September 1.
Images from the scene showed the area cordoned off as officers stood guard behind police tape.
Tributes have flooded in for Ndata following her tragic passing.
Fatoumatta Trawally wrote: “So sad we meet at her mom’s funeral Just last month may yalla Allah forgive her shortcomings and grant her Jannahtul firduss.”
Beulah MJ Obiageli Ogoh said: “No! This is shocking! You’ve only recently lost your mum Ndata, sadly you’ve joined her so soon. Rest well sis. May God grant you eternal rest and watch over your children.”
Lyndsay Currie continued: “Rest in Peace beautiful lady and prayers with your family during this tough time.”
Ndata Bobb(Image: Police Scotland)
Awa Bah Yaye Baye added: “My former co-worker, my Sister, my niece, my friend, you DO NOT deserve this at all. A very beautiful lady inside and out. She was very loving, jovial and very peaceful. Allah knows best. May Allah forgive your shortcomings and grant you Jannah. May Allah protect the children you have left behind. You will be surely missed.”
Detective Inspector Kevin Tait said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Ndata at this extremely difficult time.
“Our investigation remains ongoing, however we are not looking for anyone else in connection with Ndata’s death.
“This is a shocking incident and I would urge anyone with any concerns, or information, to contact police.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson added: “A 55-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a woman in Edinburgh.
“Around 1am on Thursday, 28 August, 2025, we were called to a report of a disturbance at a property on Restalrig Avenue in the city.
“Emergency services attended and a 43-year-old woman was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment, where she died a short time later.
“Her next of kin are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.
“She can now be named as Ndata Bobb.
“The man was taken to St John’s Hospital for treatment. He has since been arrested and charged in connection with the death and is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 1 September, 2025.”
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