Bellator MMA featherweight Jordan Parsons was struck by a vehicle Saturday night in a hit-and-run incident in Florida.
Below is a statement from Bellator, including a number to contact with any information regarding the incident:
Bellator has been informed of a terrible accident that occurred last night involving featherweight fighter Jordan Parsons, who was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident. We are still in the process of uncovering details and with his family’s consent, hope to have an update on his medical condition soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jordan and his family as he recovers.
The hit-and-run occurred on Lindell Blvd. and South Federal Highway in Delray Beach, Florida. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Delray Beach Police Department at (561) 243-7800.
Parsons, a 25-year-old from Fargo, North Dakota, last fought in November against Bubba Jenkins. He was scheduled to meet Adam Piccolotti at Bellator 154 later this month.
According to a report by MMAFighting.com, the fighter is in critical condition after having the bottom half of his right leg amputated.