The Digest:
The driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the crash that injured former world champion Anthony Joshua and claimed two lives has been taken into custody by Ogun State Police. The command announced the detention as investigations commence, contradicting earlier reports that excessive speed caused the accident.
Key Points:
- Ogun Police Spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed the driver is in custody and an investigation is ongoing.
- The police attribute the crash to a tyre burst, differing from the FRSC's preliminary finding of "excessive speed and wrongful overtaking."
- The accident occurred on Monday near Sagamu while Joshua and three associates were traveling from Lagos.
- Joshua's longtime friend and strength coach, Sina Ghami, and personal trainer, Kevin Latif Ayodele, died in the crash.
- Joshua sustained minor injuries and was discharged from Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, on Wednesday.
- The vehicle collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
- The incident has drawn significant public and media attention due to the boxer's global profile.
Sources: PM News, Tribune Online
