Ex-NFL Player LeShon Johnson Faces Federal Charges in Largest U.S. Dog Fighting Bust

Johnson, a repeat offender, is accused of operating a massive breeding and trafficking operation involving 190 pit bulls, with trial set for May 2025.

LeShon Johnson, former NFL running back, has been indicted on 21 counts tied to a large-scale dog fighting and trafficking operation in Oklahoma.
Federal authorities seized 190 pit bulls from Johnson's properties in October 2024, marking the largest seizure of fighting dogs from a single individual in U.S. history.
Johnson allegedly ran 'Mal Kant Kennels,' selectively breeding and selling 'champion' and 'grand champion' dogs for fighting ventures nationwide.
Evidence against Johnson includes text messages, financial transactions, and breeding records, linking him to organized dog fighting activities.
If convicted, Johnson faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each count, with his trial scheduled to begin in May 2025.