Rumors from 3 MMA journalists are saying that Jon Jones was involved in a hit and run accident with 3 cars including one that was driven by a pregnant woman.
Reports are saying that Jon Jones was driving under the influence, fled the scene of the crime, is wanted by the police.
Jones could possibly be out of UFC fight vs Anthony Johnson.
MMA journalist Fron t Row Brian broke the story on his Twitter:
News will break very soon… Jon Jones OUT of UFC 187.
— FrontRowBrian® (@FrontRowBrian) April 26, 2015
There’s also a rumor Jones struck a vehicle driven by a pregnant woman. I have no information on anyone’s condition.
— FrontRowBrian® (@FrontRowBrian) April 26, 2015
I don’t have details.. just told that Jon Jones is out of UFC 187. Got this independent of what @BloodstainLane tweeted.
— FrontRowBrian® (@FrontRowBrian) April 26, 2015
So first I hear @BloodstainLane’s rumor and then told Jones is out 15 mins later by a totally separate party.
— FrontRowBrian® (@FrontRowBrian) April 26, 2015
The Albuquerque police department have released an official statement regarding the Jon Jones incident.
Below is the information provided in the departments release.
“The Albuquerque Police Department is actively seeking UFC Fighter Jon Jones for questioning in regards to his possible involvement in a hit-and-run accident, near the intersection of Juan Tabo and Southern, in Southeast Albuquerque early this morning, April 26, 2015.
“A pregnant female in her 20s, who was the driver of a separate vehicle, was taken to a local hospital for minor injuries.
“Officers attempted to contact Mr. Jones at his residence Sunday evening, but were unsuccessful. We have also reached out to his lawyer, but as of now, have not heard back.”
Chael Sonnen on the situation:
Told ya
— Chael Sonnen (@sonnench) April 26, 2015
Chael Sonnen said in March that Jon Jones would miss UFC 187, during his “Ask Me Anything” session on Reddit:
Fan: Will Jon Jones lose to Rumble?
Sonnen: JJ/AJ won’t happen.
Then a few questions later
Fan: Hey Chael big fan! What do you think about Jones vs Johnson?
Sonnen: Won’t happen. Mark my words.
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: you can be slow and unathletic and still kick butt in Jiu-Jitsu.