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Anthony Joshua Leaves Hospital After Nigeria Crash That Killed Two Team Members

Police have detained the driver as a confidential inquiry cites excessive speed with a tyre puncture as possible factors.

Overview

  • Lagos state officials said Joshua was discharged Wednesday evening and is recovering at home in Nigeria.
  • Authorities identified the deceased as Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami, who died at the scene of the collision.
  • The Lexus SUV carrying Joshua struck a stationary truck on the LagosIbadan highway near the Sagamu/Makun area, with Joshua riding in the rear seat.
  • The vehicle’s driver, treated for minor injuries, is now in police custody while the Lagos, Ogun and FRSC investigation proceeds confidentially.
  • Preliminary findings indicate the car exceeded recommended speed and suffered a tyre puncture before impact; Joshua visited a Lagos funeral home with his mother as the bodies are prepared for repatriation.