The driver involved in the car crash that injured boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two of his friends could face prosecution for reckless driving, according to Nigerian police.
The driver, who was hired locally, has been discharged from the hospital and is providing an official statement to authorities. Police also report that the driver of the stationary truck involved in the collision fled the scene and is now wanted.
Investigation Findings
A preliminary investigation by the Ogun State Traffic Agency concluded that the SUV carrying Joshua was speeding, which caused a front tire to burst and led to the driver losing control before colliding with the parked truck.
“Definitely there was overspeeding on the part of the SUV Anthony Joshua was travelling in,” said agency spokesperson Babatunde Akinbiyi. “That led to loss of control before the vehicle now swerved and rammed into the stationary truck.”
Joshua’s Condition
Anthony Joshua remains under observation at the Duchess International Hospital in Lagos, where he was taken after the crash. Police describe his condition as stable with minor injuries, though he is expected to stay hospitalized for a few more days. His mother has joined him at the hospital.
The Fatal Outcome
The crash resulted in the deaths of Joshua's two close friends and longtime team members, Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele. Joshua was a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the accident.
An official statement from Joshua’s representative confirmed the deaths and requested privacy for the families, while emphasizing Joshua’s stable condition.
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