A well-known name in the world of mixed martial arts is once again at the center of controversy following an incident earlier this year that has now resulted in criminal charges.
Recently released court filings reveal that the former champion has been officially accused of fleeing the scene of a car crash that occurred on February 24 in New Mexico. Authorities clarified that the event did not lead to any major injuries or deaths.
The situation gained attention due to what responding officers encountered at the scene. A woman, found in the passenger seat of one of the vehicles involved, was said to be heavily intoxicated and not fully dressed from the waist down.
According to the report, the woman stated that the athlete was the one driving and that he fled the area on foot after the collision. Police were later contacted by someone believed to be the same individual. Officers noted that the caller sounded impaired and made vague but unsettling comments about possible retaliatory actions.
The caller did not confirm their identity during the conversation, and investigators described the interaction as evasive and filled with concerning undertones.
In a later interview with law enforcement, the man reportedly stated that the woman had left his home earlier that day while under the influence. He claimed she called him after the crash and handed the phone to an officer. He also expressed doubts about the legitimacy of the call, citing what he considered unprofessional behavior from the officer involved.
This development coincides with the fighter’s expected departure from the sport, bringing even more public focus to the situation. The individual has faced previous run-ins with the law related to substance abuse and public incidents.
