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Joshua's driver attempted risky maneuver before fatal crash, court told
A driver employed by British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua attempted an overtaking maneuver before a collision that killed a passenger in Nigeria, a court heard. The driver, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, faces multiple charges including causing death by dangerous driving.
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Testimony presented during the trial in Nigeria revealed that Kayode had attempted to pass another vehicle moments before the fatal accident occurred. The incident resulted in the death of a passenger traveling in the vehicle at the time.
Kayode was charged following the collision, with prosecutors alleging dangerous driving practices contributed to the fatal outcome. The dangerous overtaking maneuver has emerged as a key element in the case against him.
The trial represents a significant legal proceeding in Nigeria's handling of traffic fatalities involving prominent figures. Joshua, one of professional boxing's leading heavyweight contenders, has not been implicated in the incident beyond his employment relationship with the driver.
The court continues to examine evidence related to the circumstances surrounding the crash. Additional testimony regarding road conditions, vehicle speeds, and other factors pertinent to the collision are expected as the proceedings continue.