Authorities in Zanzibar have officially closed their investigation into the death of Ashly Robinson, a U.S.-based influencer who was found hanging in her hotel room on April 8, 2026.According to police officials, the investigation found no evidence of foul play or involvement of any other person in her death.

Assistant Director of Criminal Investigation Zuberi Chembera stated during a press briefing on June 4, 2026, that all available evidence pointed to suicide.

Police reported that their findings included digital evidence such as ChatGPT search activity and text messages that suggested Robinson had been experiencing emotional distress and symptoms consistent with depression before the incident.

Investigators said the collected information indicated an intention to harm herself, supporting the conclusion that her death resulted from a suicide attempt.Chembera emphasized that investigators were unable to establish any link between Robinson's death and another individual.Based on the evidence reviewed, authorities determined that the circumstances surrounding the case did not support criminal involvement.

The announcement brings an end to the official investigation that began after Robinson's death attracted public attention both locally and internationally.

The case had generated speculation regarding the possibility of foul play, but police stated that their examination of the available evidence led them to rule out that possibility.

The findings were announced publicly on June 4, 2026, with authorities maintaining that the evidence consistently supported the conclusion that Robinson died by suicide.No further criminal investigation is expected unless new evidence emerges.