On Saturday, UFC lightweight Luis Peña was arrested and charged with misdemeanor domestic violence and battery. Three days later, the UFC has taken action.
According to TMZ, the company got in touch with Peña’s management team to inform them about the termination of the fighter’s contract.
“UFC is aware of the disturbing allegations concerning the recent arrest of Luis Pena. Mr. Pena has been open about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse issues and the organization has on multiple prior occasions attempted to help him get professional treatment,” the statement read.