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Bantamweight Champion fatally shot during police-demonstrator confrontation.
Tragedy struck the Kenyan sports community on Wednesday as renowned bantamweight boxer Raphael Shigali lost his life amidst violent clashes between police and demonstrators in Nairobi.
The news of Shigali's untimely demise was confirmed by the Jericho Boxing Club, leaving the local boxing community and fans in a state of shock and mourning.
In a short but poignant statement, the club expressed their deep sorrow and offered condolences to Shigali's family and friends.
"The Jericho boxing fraternity is in mourning; we have lost our most promising boxer, Raphael Shigali. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends. May his soul rest in peace," read the heartfelt message.
Reports indicate that Shigali was shot during a confrontation with the police as he was returning from a training session.
The details surrounding the incident are still emerging, and authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to shed light on the tragic event.
The circumstances leading to the confrontation remain unclear, deepening the shock and disbelief surrounding Shigali's untimely demise.
Shigali's death comes as a devastating blow to the Kenyan boxing community, as he was a rising star and a member of the country's provisional squad for the 2022 African Amateur Boxing Championships in Maputo, Mozambique.
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The late boxer's friends, fellow athletes, and fans have flooded social media platforms with messages of grief, paying tribute to his talent, determination, and humble personality.
Shigali was known for his hard work, discipline, and passion for the sport, which earned him respect within the boxing community and beyond.
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