BJJ Black Belt and MMA Bellator Fighter Arrested for Robbing A Bank

Sergio da silva MMA fighter and BJJ Black Belt Arrested for Bank Robbery
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Mixed martial artist Sergio Da Silva, who competed at Bellator 180 in June, reportedly was arrested Thursday after allegedly robbing a bank in New York City.

Sergio Da silva BJJ black belt and MMa fighter arrested for Bank Robbery
Sergio Da Silva Bank Robbery Surveillance Photo

According to TMZ Sports, Da Silva is accused of robbing a Citibank in Queens of an estimated $50,000 on Aug. 24.

Police reportedly identified Da Silva using fingerprints from the scene. He allegedly wore a ski mask and threatened to shoot people if the teller did not give him cash.

Sergio Da silva BJJ black belt and MMa fighter arrested for Bank Robbery
Sergio Da Silva

The 31-year-old lives “right around the corner” from the bank, according to the TMZ report. He holds a 6-9 record as a professional fighter, including a 0-2 mark in Bellator. Matt Rizzo defeated him via submission in the third round of their matchup at Bellator 180.

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