Dustin Poirier breaks silence after arrest at US airport: 'I need help'

Poirier before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/dustinpoirier

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Days after being arrested at Atlanta Airport showing strong signs of intoxication, Dustin poirier He came forward to address the situation. In a post on his Instagram stories last Tuesday (23), Diamante admitted to having problems in his personal life and guaranteed that he would not allow this to affect the well-being of his family. On that occasion, he was removed from a flight and threatened to assault A security guard before being taken away by local police.

According to the former interim lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg), alcohol consumption has been a problem in his family for many years, so he is fully aware of the risks involved in allowing this habit to become part of daily life. He stressed the need to improve for the sake of his loved ones. Poirier is married and has two children.

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“I’ve reached a point where I need help. Stepping away from fighting hasn’t been easy, and alcohol isn’t the solution. It ruined my father’s life, and I won’t let it ruin mine. My family deserves me completely. I’m trying to do everything I can to recover and take the right steps,” stated Diamante, who has always been clear about the psychological issues he has experienced since his retirement.

Dustin Poirier admitted to having problems with life away from MMA.

Poirier before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/brwlrz

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Away from the octagon since last year, Diamante has admitted on several occasions that he has had difficulty dealing with idleness during retirement. In a recent interview with the 'Full Send' website, he highlighted the need to stay busy to avoid problems.

“I’m trying to deal with it, man. Some days I’m great, other days not so great. If I’m not working towards something or trying to improve my family’s life, I’m a danger to myself,” he stated.

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"I'm trying to navigate it bro. Some days I'm great, some days I'm not so good. If I'm not working towards something or trying to better my family I'm a danger to myself" pic.twitter.com/zSvunUS2mP

— FULL SEND MMA (@full_send_mma) June 16, 2026