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German MMA Fighter Ibrahim Cholo, 28, Dies in Ennepetal Car Crash

Police are investigating why his BMW left the road in a late-evening collision confirmed by his Düsseldorf gym.

Overview

  • The crash occurred around 21:15 on Sunday on Strückerberger Straße in Ennepetal, where the car skidded in a curve and struck a house wall.
  • The vehicle’s eCall system alerted emergency services, who pronounced the driver dead at the scene.
  • Authorities have not determined the reason for the loss of control, and a formal investigation is underway.
  • UFD GYM Düsseldorf and co-owner Ivan Dijakovic confirmed the driver was Cholo, as figures from the fight community posted public tributes.
  • Cholo had featured in Oktagon’s 2022 German push, appearing in its casting show and later competing at Oktagon 33.