B. Bowles (photo) hasn't fought since May 2013. Photo: Reproduction
It has already become a sad routine in MMA, but once again an important athlete ended up behind bars. This time's name is Brian Bowles, UFC fighter and former champion of the extinct WEC. Bowles was arrested in the state of Georgia (USA) for seven crimes, all related to illegal possession of weapons and drugs.
According to the official website of the Jackson County Sheriff's Department, responsible for the fighter's arrest, Bowles was arrested at his home during a police action to execute an arrest warrant for a woman who was not there. Instead of the fugitive, officers found Brian and Rhomney Marie Moon along with portions of methamphetamine, marijuana and sedatives (Diazepam). Additionally, an unregistered firearm was also located.
Brian Bowles, 34, has been in prison since January 14th and is charged with the following crimes: possession of methamphetamine; possession of a 'schedule IV drug' (Diazepam); possession of 'schedule IV drug' with intent to sell; possession of marijuana; possession of marijuana with intent to sell; possession of tools to commit a crime; and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
Despite continuing to have an active profile in the fighter register on the official UFC website, Brian Bowles has not played for the organization since May 2013, when he was defeated by George Roop. At the time, Bowles was caught in a drug test with high testosterone levels and ended up suspended for nine months by the Nevada Athletic Commission. In his seven-year career, Brian had a professional record of ten wins and three losses.
