The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed that the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the accident that claimed the lives of two associates of former world heavyweight boxing champion, Mr. Anthony Joshua, is currently in custody.

The crash occurred on Monday along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway while the driver was conveying Mr. Joshua and two of his friends, Mr. Latif Ayodele and Mr. Sina Ghami.

The Lexus SUV reportedly collided with a stationary truck, resulting in the deaths of Mr. Ayodele and Mr. Ghami at the scene. Mr. Joshua and the driver sustained minor injuries.

In a statement issued in Abeokuta on Thursday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Oluseyi Babaseyi, said investigations were ongoing to determine both the immediate and remote causes of the accident, as well as the driver’s role.

“The driver of the Lexus SUV is currently in custody in connection with the Anthony Joshua accident case. Investigations are ongoing,” Mr. Babaseyi said.

Mr. Joshua was discharged from hospital late on Wednesday after being certified clinically fit to continue his recovery at home.

The former world heavyweight champion, accompanied by his mother, reportedly visited a funeral home in Lagos on Thursday to pay their last respects to Mr. Ayodele and Mr. Ghami, whose bodies were being prepared for repatriation later that night.

In a joint statement, the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, and the Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on Information and Strategy, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, conveyed the condolences of the Lagos and Ogun State Governments to the bereaved families.

“We pray that the Almighty grants the repose of their souls and gives their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss,” the statement said.

It added that Ogun State Governor, Mr. Dapo Abiodun, and Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, appreciated the public’s concern and the outpouring of sympathy following the incident.

The statement also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for what it described as his “fatherly support” throughout the process.

In addition, appreciation was extended to the medical team at Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, for the care provided to Mr. Joshua and the other injured victims.

“The quality of care and professionalism displayed by the doctors and medical personnel are truly commendable,” the statement concluded.