Former UFC star Nate Diaz is facing a civil suit following a 2023 altercation on Bourbon Street.
Rodney Petersen, also known as “Not Logan Paul” on social media, filed the suit, along with his wife, Bobbie Petersen – according to court documents obtained by MMA Junkie.
The incident took place on April 22, 2023, following a Misfits Boxing event attended by Diaz.
Earlier that evening, Diaz had a confrontation with influencer Chase DeMoor, during which he allegedly threw a water bottle.
Video footage of the subsequent street fight went viral, showing Petersen engaging with Diaz before being choked unconscious by the UFC star.
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Although Diaz was arrested shortly after the incident, the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office opted not to pursue a second-degree battery charge against him.
In the lawsuit, Petersen alleges that Diaz initiated the brawl while he was attempting to intervene and defuse the situation.
Furthermore, Petersen is:
Seeking damages for mental, physical, and emotional trauma, as well as medical expenses and loss of income.
Bobbie Petersen seeks damages for loss of consortium, services, affection, and care.
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