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Jon Jones Retires From UFC as New Bodycam Footage Emerges in Feb. Crash Case

The footage shows an inebriated voice threatening an officer after he allegedly left the scene of a Feb. 24 collision, with Jones set to appear in court on July 24.

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Overview

  • Jones confirmed his retirement from UFC on June 22 at age 37.
  • On June 25, the Albuquerque Police Department released bodycam footage from the Feb. 24 crash scene showing an intoxicated woman identifying Jones as the driver and handing officers her phone.
  • A man who sounds like Jones is heard warning a public safety aide, “My brothers, they kill people for way less,” prompting officers to call for backup.
  • Jones was charged on June 17 with misdemeanor fleeing the scene of an accident and is scheduled for a hearing on July 24 in Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court.
  • Attorney Christopher Dodd denies Jones was present at the crash and alleges the woman fabricated claims to avoid DWI charges.