A post is doing rounds on social media about actor Jason Statham suggesting that he has passed away. It is being claimed that he was murdered at his home in New York by assailants who broke into his mansion.

The post reads: “Sad NEWS, the world of cinema is in mourning, Actor Jason Statham known for his role as Frank Martin in “The Transporter” was murdered at his home in New York by assailants who broke into his mansion. He wanted to protect his family, but the criminals noticed him and shot him.This happened around 1am in the early morning in a movie I was watching on NetFlix… the movie was terrific, and I highly recommend it. Thank you for reading to the very end of this text. Reading should be encouraged!”