Anthony Joshua Involved In Minor Car Crash In London
Anthony Joshua Involved In Minor Car Crash In London...
Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a minor car crash in London early Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 AM local time when another vehicle collided with Joshua's Range Rover in the Mayfair district.
Joshua, 36, was unharmed and remained at the scene to assist police with their inquiries. A spokesperson for the boxer confirmed he was "shaken but fine" and emphasized the crash was a "minor fender-bender." No injuries were reported.
The story gained traction in the U.S. after Joshua posted a since-deleted Instagram story showing the damaged front bumper of his vehicle. American boxing fans quickly shared the footage, sparking concern for the athlete who maintains strong U.S. ties through his fights in New York and Las Vegas.
Metropolitan Police confirmed they attended the scene but didn't make any arrests. "It was a low-speed collision with minimal damage," an officer told reporters. Traffic cameras captured the moment of impact, showing the other vehicle running a red light before the collision.
Joshua's team canceled a scheduled public appearance later Saturday, citing the need for vehicle inspections and insurance paperwork. The two-time unified heavyweight champion is currently preparing for a potential summer bout in the U.S., though no opponent has been confirmed.
Auto safety experts noted the crash highlights the effectiveness of modern vehicle safety systems. Joshua's armored Range Rover reportedly deployed its automatic emergency braking just before impact, potentially preventing more serious damage.
The boxer's last U.S. fight was his 2023 victory over Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena. American promoters had been in talks for a potential Las Vegas matchup later this year, though Saturday's incident isn't expected to affect those plans.
Fans flooded social media with relief messages after the boxer's team confirmed his safety. Joshua later tweeted: "All good people. Cars can be fixed. Thanks for the love." The post has garnered over 200,000 likes in six hours.
Insurance analysts estimate the damage to Joshua's custom vehicle could exceed $25,000 due to specialized armor plating. The other driver, whose identity hasn't been released, was reportedly insured and cooperating with authorities.
This marks the second high-profile incident involving Joshua's vehicles. In 2021, his Mercedes G-Wagon was vandalized outside a London gym. Saturday's crash comes as the athlete prepares to announce his next career move following December's win over Otto Wallin.
