With a fight scheduled for UFC 269, Geoff Neal is arrested for drunk driving in the United States

North American was also accused of possessing an illegal weapon; he faces Santiago Ponzinibbio on December 11th

G. Neal was arrested in the United States. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

The year 2021 has not been good for the image of fighters outside the octagon and, now, Geoff neal He is yet another athlete in trouble with the law. Escalated to face Santiago Ponzinibbio No. UFC 269 On December 11, the American was arrested on charges of drunk driving and illegal weapons possession in Texas (USA). The information was released in the 'MMA Junkie'.

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According to the Conrado de Collin Department, Neal ended up being detained at 3:47 am, but paid bail of US$1 (around R$5,6, at the current rate) and was released. Furthermore, the North American may still have to make statements about owning a firearm as it is illegal locally. In the event of a sentence, the fighter could face a sentence of up to one year and a fine of US$4 (around R$23). For the charge of drunk driving, the welterweight (up to 77kg) could face up to 180 days in prison.

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Discovered on the 'Contender Series', Geoff neal he reached Ultimate with instant effect and scored five consecutive victories. The North American, however, lost to Stephen Thompson e Neil Magny – the last one being in May this year. He is now programmed to measure forces against Santiago Ponzinibbio on the preliminary card of UFC 269.



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