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10 MMA Fighters Who Passed Away In 2016

As 2016 rapidly draws to a conclusion and we take stock of the year gone by, one trend that casts a long shadow is the alarming number of past and present MMA fighters who’ve died over the past 12 months. Unfortunately the sport of mixed martial arts is still too young for this to simply

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As 2016 rapidly draws to a conclusion and we take stock of the year gone by, one trend that casts a long shadow is the alarming number of past and present MMA fighters who’ve died over the past 12 months.

Unfortunately the sport of mixed martial arts is still too young for this to simply be a case of stars passing away due to old age. In fact, with the age of the 10 fighters listed here ranging from just 25-49 years old, we are left having to come to terms with the fact that these were 10 lives that were simply taken far too soon.

A knee-jerk reaction would be to assume that these deaths occurred due to injuries they sustained in the cage, but the truth is that only one of the ten passed away in that manner – although we can surely all agree that’s one too many.

As you’ll read in the pages to follow however, the reasons for the others deaths are just as hard to accept, from sudden medical emergencies to apparent suicide, from freak accidents to cold-blooded murder.

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Police Arrest Man In Connection To Death Of Jordan Parsons

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Following a six-day search, the Delray Beach Police Department out of Florida have arrested Dennis Wright in connection with the death of former Bellator MMA fighter Jordan Parsons.

The official Delray Beach Police Department Facebook page posted the following regarding the arrest of Wright, the man believed to be responsible for the hit-and-run accident that took the life of Parsons.

After an intense, six-day investigation, DBPD traffic homicide investigators have arrested a 28-year-old Boca Raton man for the fatal crash that took the life of 25-year-old MMA fighter Jordan Parsons. Dennis Wright, whose license has been suspended six times, is facing multiple charges, including leaving the scene of a crash causing death. Investigators have recovered the damaged 2013 Range Rover Sport involved in the crash.

The crash happened at 12:33 a.m. May 1. Parsons was walking across Federal Highway at Lindell Boulevard. Wright, whose driver license is suspended, was driving his mother’s Range Rover south on Federal. A witness told investigators he thinks Wright was driving between 100 and 120 miles per hour when he hit Parsons, who was in the crosswalk. Parsons was wearing headphones and may have not heard the SUV coming.

Wright never stopped. Neither did his friends driving behind him in their Mercedes, which followed the Range Rover as it continued southbound. Meanwhile, DBPD Officer Derek Chahine, who had been nearby on a traffic stop, used a medical blanket from the trunk of his patrol car to apply pressure to Parson’s catastrophic leg injury until Delray Beach Fire Rescue arrived and transported Parsons to Delray Medical Center. He died May 4 from injuries sustained in the crash.

The following day, an anonymous tipster gave investigators Wright’s name. They quickly discovered that Wright’s mother owns a grey 2013 Range Rover Sport and were able to determine that Wright was driving the vehicle the night of the crash. Wright made an effort to have the damaged Range Rover repaired at a local body shop, but the owner refused to do the work, so Wright rented a bay at a storage facility and hid the SUV. Investigators recovered it on Friday, and it was missing the driver’s side mirror officers recovered at the scene. Wright, who arrived at the police department Saturday afternoon with his attorney, also faces charges of driving while license suspended as a habitual offender and tampering with evidence. His criminal history includes arrests for DUI, disorderly intoxication, marijuana possession and assault on an officer or firefighter, among other charges.

The crash investigation is ongoing. Witnesses told investigators that Wright was at Buddha Sky Bar on East Atlantic Avenue Saturday night with friends. If anyone has information about Wright’s whereabouts that night, please contact Officer Ron Brown or Sgt. Jeffrey Rasor at (561) 243-7800.

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Following a six-day search, the Delray Beach Police Department out of Florida have arrested Dennis Wright in connection with the death of former Bellator MMA fighter Jordan Parsons.

The official Delray Beach Police Department Facebook page posted the following regarding the arrest of Wright, the man believed to be responsible for the hit-and-run accident that took the life of Parsons.

After an intense, six-day investigation, DBPD traffic homicide investigators have arrested a 28-year-old Boca Raton man for the fatal crash that took the life of 25-year-old MMA fighter Jordan Parsons. Dennis Wright, whose license has been suspended six times, is facing multiple charges, including leaving the scene of a crash causing death. Investigators have recovered the damaged 2013 Range Rover Sport involved in the crash.

The crash happened at 12:33 a.m. May 1. Parsons was walking across Federal Highway at Lindell Boulevard. Wright, whose driver license is suspended, was driving his mother’s Range Rover south on Federal. A witness told investigators he thinks Wright was driving between 100 and 120 miles per hour when he hit Parsons, who was in the crosswalk. Parsons was wearing headphones and may have not heard the SUV coming.

Wright never stopped. Neither did his friends driving behind him in their Mercedes, which followed the Range Rover as it continued southbound. Meanwhile, DBPD Officer Derek Chahine, who had been nearby on a traffic stop, used a medical blanket from the trunk of his patrol car to apply pressure to Parson’s catastrophic leg injury until Delray Beach Fire Rescue arrived and transported Parsons to Delray Medical Center. He died May 4 from injuries sustained in the crash.

The following day, an anonymous tipster gave investigators Wright’s name. They quickly discovered that Wright’s mother owns a grey 2013 Range Rover Sport and were able to determine that Wright was driving the vehicle the night of the crash. Wright made an effort to have the damaged Range Rover repaired at a local body shop, but the owner refused to do the work, so Wright rented a bay at a storage facility and hid the SUV. Investigators recovered it on Friday, and it was missing the driver’s side mirror officers recovered at the scene. Wright, who arrived at the police department Saturday afternoon with his attorney, also faces charges of driving while license suspended as a habitual offender and tampering with evidence. His criminal history includes arrests for DUI, disorderly intoxication, marijuana possession and assault on an officer or firefighter, among other charges.

The crash investigation is ongoing. Witnesses told investigators that Wright was at Buddha Sky Bar on East Atlantic Avenue Saturday night with friends. If anyone has information about Wright’s whereabouts that night, please contact Officer Ron Brown or Sgt. Jeffrey Rasor at (561) 243-7800.

Suspect Arrested In Jordan Parsons Hit-And-Run

Following nearly a weeklong investigation, Delray Beach, Florida police have arrested a suspect in the sad hit-and-run accident that eventually took the life of 25-year-old Bellator featherweight Jordan Parsons early last Sunday (May 1, 2016). In a full statement about the accident posted on their Facebook this evening, the DBPD revealed that 28-year-old Dennis Wright has

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Following nearly a weeklong investigation, Delray Beach, Florida police have arrested a suspect in the sad hit-and-run accident that eventually took the life of 25-year-old Bellator featherweight Jordan Parsons early last Sunday (May 1, 2016).

In a full statement about the accident posted on their Facebook this evening, the DBPD revealed that 28-year-old Dennis Wright has been apprehended after the investigation determined that he was the one allegedly driving the silver Range Rover that struck Parsons at 12:33 a.m. May 1.

Parsons was given emergency medical attention by the arriving officer to his leg, which was eventually partially amputated in an effort to save his life. Unfortunately, the promising fighter sadly succumbed to the injuries on Wed., May 4. Our hearts went out and will continue to go out to his family and friends in this trying time.

Wright’s license is currently suspended, he has had his license suspended an alarming six times, and he also possesses a long, concerning history with several driving-based offenses such as DUI:

The statement alleged that Wright had been at a local bar with friends that night, and witnesses proclaimed that he was traveling at speeds between 100 and 120 miles per hour when the crash that took Parsons’ life occurred. He apparently did not stop during the accident, and his friends traveling behind him in a Mercedes didn’t either. Wright was driving his other’s Range Rover and tried to have the damage on the vehicle repaired at a local shop but was turned away by the owner, so he rented a storage bay and hid the car there.

Investigators found the vehicle Friday without a driver’s side rearview mirror and matched it with the one they found at the scene. Wright now facing charges including leaving the scene of a crash causing death, driving while license suspended as a habitual offender, and tampering with evidence.

Read the full details of the unfortunate accident here:

Parsons was walking across Federal Highway at Lindell Boulevard. Wright, whose driver license is suspended, was driving his mother’s Range Rover south on Federal. A witness told investigators he thinks Wright was driving between 100 and 120 miles per hour when he hit Parsons, who was in the crosswalk. Parsons was wearing headphones and may have not heard the SUV coming.

Wright never stopped. Neither did his friends driving behind him in their Mercedes, which followed the Range Rover as it continued southbound. Meanwhile, DBPD Officer Derek Chahine, who had been nearby on a traffic stop, used a medical blanket from the trunk of his patrol car to apply pressure to Parson’s catastrophic leg injury until Delray Beach Fire Rescue arrived and transported Parsons to Delray Medical Center. He died May 4 from injuries sustained in the crash.

The following day, an anonymous tipster gave investigators Wright’s name. They quickly discovered that Wright’s mother owns a grey 2013 Range Rover Sport and were able to determine that Wright was driving the vehicle the night of the crash. Wright made an effort to have the damaged Range Rover repaired at a local body shop, but the owner refused to do the work, so Wright rented a bay at a storage facility and hid the SUV. Investigators recovered it on Friday, and it was missing the driver’s side mirror officers recovered at the scene. Wright, who arrived at the police department Saturday afternoon with his attorney, also faces charges of driving while license suspended as a habitual offender and tampering with evidence. His criminal history includes arrests for DUI, disorderly intoxication, marijuana possession and assault on an officer or firefighter, among other charges.

The crash investigation is ongoing. Witnesses told investigators that Wright was at Buddha Sky Bar on East Atlantic Avenue Saturday night with friends.

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Tribute Video Released For Fallen Bellator Fighter Jordan Parsons

After putting up the fight of his life, Jordan Parsons passed away this past week from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run incident in Florida.

The Bellator MMA featherweight was scheduled to compete next Saturday night at Bellator 154.

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After putting up the fight of his life, Jordan Parsons passed away this past week from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run incident in Florida.

The Bellator MMA featherweight was scheduled to compete next Saturday night at Bellator 154.

A special tribute video was posted on YouTube in honor of Parsons:

Bellator Fighter Jordan Parsons Passes Away At 25 Years Old

Bellator MMA and the rest of the mixed martial arts community is in mourning following the passing of Jordan Parsons.

The 25-year-old was hit by a vehicle this past weekend in Florida in an alleged hit-and-run. Parsons was slated to compete at Bella…

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Bellator MMA and the rest of the mixed martial arts community is in mourning following the passing of Jordan Parsons.

The 25-year-old was hit by a vehicle this past weekend in Florida in an alleged hit-and-run. Parsons was slated to compete at Bellator 154 next Saturday night.

Bellator president Scott Coker released a statement on the death of Parsons:

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a dear member of the Bellator family, Jordan Parsons. Jordan was an exceptional athlete and a rising star in the sport. But more importantly, he was an exceptional young man. Jordan was hard-working, dedicated, intelligent, and a pleasure to be around. He represented all the reasons we love this sport. It is a terribly tragic loss and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and teammates.”

Parsons was a member of the Blackzilians training team and had been in the hospital since Sunday. His right leg was amputated up to his hip after organs started failing him.

The Delray Beach Police Department continues to investigate the incident, with their focus centered on a Range Rover that left the scene after striking Parsons.

Bellator’s Jordan Parsons Passes Away After Hit-And-Run Accident

Bellator featherweight fighter Jordan Parsons has passed away. Parsons was involved in a hit-and-run accident on Lindell Blvd. and South Federal Highway in Delray Beach, Florida earlier this week. He was put into a coma and had his full right leg amputated. Parsons died on Wednesday (May 4, 2016) as a result of injuries he

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Bellator featherweight fighter Jordan Parsons has passed away.

Parsons was involved in a hit-and-run accident on Lindell Blvd. and South Federal Highway in Delray Beach, Florida earlier this week. He was put into a coma and had his full right leg amputated.

Parsons died on Wednesday (May 4, 2016) as a result of injuries he sustained. The driver who struck and ultimately killed Parsons is still at large. Police are still searching for the driver and those with any information on the driver needs to contact the local police department. 

Bellator MMA President Scott Coker announced the news via a statement:

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a dear member of the Bellator family, Jordan Parsons. Jordan was an exceptional athlete and a rising star in the sport. But more importantly, he was an exceptional young man. Jordan was hard-working, dedicated, intelligent, and a pleasure to be around. He represented all the reasons we love this sport. It is a terribly tragic loss and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and teammates.”

Parsons was only 25-years-old at the time of this death and entered the sport of MMA in 2010. He held a pro-MMA record of 11-2 and last competed at Bellator 146 in November of 2015.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jordan’s family at this time.

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