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Anthony Joshua Involved in Nigeria Highway Crash That Killed Two, Treated for Minor Injuries

Officials have not issued a detailed account, with the case under active investigation.

Overview

  • Local outlet Punch reported that a Lexus SUV carrying Joshua struck a stationary truck on the Lagos–Ibadan highway near Makun in Ogun state.
  • Two other occupants of the vehicle died at the scene, according to the Punch account relayed by international agencies.
  • Punch said Joshua was in the back seat, sustained minor injuries, and was taken to a hospital along with the driver.
  • Authorities have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the crash, and no formal statement from Joshua’s camp was cited in the reports.
  • Reports note Joshua, 36, is a former unified heavyweight champion with a 29–4 record and fought on December 19, defeating Jake Paul.