Two individuals in the SUV carrying Anthony Joshua were tragically killed in a severe accident, as reported by witnesses. A bystander recounted the harrowing scene as the British boxer was hospitalized in Nigeria due to his injuries.
According to reports, Joshua’s car was followed by his security team, and bystanders swiftly intervened to aid in the aftermath of the collision. The SUV allegedly crashed into a stationary truck near Makun on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway in Ogun state.
Sources indicate that Joshua’s vehicle veered off course following a tire blowout, leading to the accident. Local authorities, including the Ogun State traffic enforcement agency, are investigating the incident involving Joshua.
An eyewitness, Adeniyi Orojo, detailed the events, stating that the convoy consisted of a Lexus SUV and a Pajero SUV. Joshua was seated in the back with another passenger beside him, along with two other occupants in the vehicle. Tragically, the passenger next to the driver and the person beside Joshua lost their lives in the crash.
Mirror Sport contacted Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, who was informed about the accident while on vacation. Hearn confirmed Joshua’s condition and mentioned that Joshua was en route to the hospital.
Joshua, who was in Nigeria, was born in England, representing the United Kingdom but often displaying the Nigerian flag. The 36-year-old boxer had recently defeated Jake Paul and vowed for a significant year ahead, hinting at a potential match with Tyson Fury in the future.
After his victory, Joshua expressed gratitude to his supporters and teased upcoming plans for the New Year in an Instagram post. He acknowledged the viewership and well-wishers during his fight week, hinting at exciting developments ahead.