An amateur boxer popularly known as KBlaq has reportedly been stabbed to death during a street altercation at Olodo Garage in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The deceased, identified simply as Kehinde, reportedly lost his life on Sunday following an incident that has sparked outrage and calls for justice on social media.
According to accounts circulating online, Kehinde was not initially involved in the fight. The suspect allegedly arrived after the confrontation had ended and stabbed him in the neck with a broken bottle.
Despite efforts to save him, the young boxer reportedly succumbed to his injuries.
The incident has generated widespread reactions, with several social media users expressing shock over the circumstances surrounding his death. Some claimed that the alleged attacker was not part of the initial disagreement and questioned why he would resort to such violence.
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One social media user, who described Kehinde as his brother, expressed grief over the loss, while another acquaintance described him as a gentle individual who rarely got into trouble.
The deceased was also said to be a twin and the younger brother of one of the victims’ acquaintances.
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Oyo State Police Command, Olayinka Ayanlade, told PUNCH that an investigation into the killing was ongoing.
The circumstances surrounding the attack and the identity of the suspect have yet to be officially established.
The incident has renewed concerns over street violence and the growing resort to dangerous weapons during disagreements.
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