Report: Francis Ngannou’s name surfaces after alleged deadly accident in Cameroon
Francis Ngannou, a 38-year-old former UFC heavyweight champion, was involved in a fatal motorcycle accident in Yaoundé, Cameroon, on Easter weekend.
The incident occurred when Ngannou allegedly collided with 17-year-old Ntsama Brigitte Manuella near the Omnisports District, leading to severe injuries.
Ngannou transported the injured woman to a hospital in Yaoundé where she received urgent surgical treatment, but unfortunately, she did not survive her wounds.
Authorities have initiated a formal investigation into the incident, and while Ngannou has yet to release a public statement, it has been reported that he has accepted responsibility for covering all medical expenses.
The accident has sparked public calls for justice and a full inquiry, though it remains unclear if Ngannou will face legal consequences for the collision.
MMA fighter and former UFC champion Francis Ngannou allegedly hit a 17-year-old girl with his motorcycle, who died in hospital from serious injuries despite undergoing surgery. The accident occurred in Cameroon.