Nigerian student killed after dispute over fake Rolex, UK court hears
The case of murdered Nigerian student Khaleed Oladipo is being heard at Leicester Crown Court. Prosecutors allege that Oladipo was stabbed by former friend Harper Dennis after a disagreement over money linked to a fake Rolex watch. The attack reportedly happened while Oladipo was on the phone with his girlfriend. Dennis denies the murder charge, and the trial is ongoing.
What happened
- Khaleed Oladipo, a De Montfort University student, was allegedly stabbed by Harper Dennis after a falling out over money.
- The dispute centered on a fake Rolex watch that Dennis claimed was given to him by Oladipo, leading to a perceived debt of £3,000.
- Prosecutors say Dennis confronted Oladipo outside the De Montfort University Innovation Centre, resulting in a fatal stabbing.
- Oladipo suffered six wounds and was reportedly speaking to his girlfriend during the attack, asking, “Why did you come up and stab me?”
- Dennis is also charged with possessing a bladed article and failing to provide his mobile phone PIN.
