Former UFC fighter arrested for violating probation for manslaughter in the US

Green (photo) in his last fight for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction / Facebook @ufc

Life is not easy for the American Desmont Green. The 30-year-old former UFC fighter was arrested last Wednesday (30) in Florida for violating the terms of his pre-trial probation in a manslaughter case.

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Green's problems began in August 2018, when he drove drunk and two women died in an accident. The fighter was granted provisional freedom until the trial date – he had three fights for the UFC after the tragedy. Desmont Green, through his lawyer, denied that the fighter was responsible for the accident.

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However, his situation became even worse on January 22nd. At the time, he was arrested for driving without a driver's license. It was at least his third inflation since the deaths. As a result, he is detained and awaits the hearing scheduled for March 6th. Desmont Green is currently housed in Broward County's main jail,

Fired after victories

Even with a positive history in the UFC – he had two consecutive victories – Green was released by the franchise due to his problems with the law. He quickly signed a contract with the Absolute Championship Akhmat (ACA) event.

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Green, who has a professional record of 23 wins and eight losses, last played at UFC Rochester, when he won Charles Jourdain in the unanimous decision of the judges.