(DailyVantage.com) – UFC legend B.J. Penn was arrested in his bedroom on charges of family abuse while livestreaming the entire incident to his social media followers.
At a Glance
- UFC Hall of Famer B.J. Penn was arrested in Hilo, Hawaii on charges of abuse of a family or household member
- Penn posted video of police arresting him in his bedroom to Instagram while denying wrongdoing
- His mother has filed a restraining order against him, citing “extreme psychological abuse”
- Penn has made bizarre claims that his family members are “impostors” who replaced his murdered real family
- He was released on $2,000 bail and is scheduled for a court appearance
Bizarre Bedroom Arrest Captured on Video
Former UFC champion B.J. Penn found himself in police custody after being arrested on charges of abuse of a family or household member in Hilo, Hawaii. The 45-year-old mixed martial arts legend posted footage of the arrest on his Instagram account, showing officers entering his bedroom to take him into custody. In the video, Penn can be heard arguing with law enforcement and questioning the reason for his arrest while officers attempt to place him in handcuffs. The footage reveals a chaotic scene as multiple officers worked to detain the former fighter in his own home.
Following his arrest, Penn was released after posting $2,000 bail shortly before 2 a.m. on Monday. In the caption accompanying the video of his arrest, Penn vehemently denied any wrongdoing, claiming the incident stemmed from him simply attempting to retrieve his mail. He is now scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday to face the charges. This marks another chapter in what appears to be an increasingly troubled period for the former UFC champion.
Mother Files Restraining Order Amid Bizarre Accusations
According to court documents, the arrest is related to Penn’s behavior toward his mother, Lorraine Shin, whom he has accused of being an impostor. Shin has filed a restraining order against her son, describing “extreme psychological abuse” and detailing how Penn has accused her and other family members of identity theft. This follows a pattern of increasingly erratic behavior from Penn, who claimed in a separate social media post last month that his actual family had been murdered and replaced with impostors – a belief pattern consistent with a rare psychological condition called Capgras syndrome.
Shin reported several disturbing incidents leading up to the restraining order. She discovered personal belongings missing, including her purse containing her driver’s license and credit card, which Penn allegedly claimed as his own. Despite installing a deadbolt lock and security cameras for protection, Shin stated that Penn tampered with these security measures. The situation escalated when Penn allegedly grabbed Shin’s arms and shoved her against a car, which led to his arrest. After returning from a trip, Shin found her bedroom lock had been glued shut, requiring her other son to gain access through a window.
Legendary Career Overshadowed by Troubling Behavior
Penn’s recent legal troubles cast a shadow over what was once considered one of the most impressive careers in UFC history. Inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2015, Penn is widely recognized as one of the greatest lightweight fighters of all time. His professional fighting career spanned from 2001 to 2019, during which he competed in 32 professional bouts. Penn made history as one of only five fighters to win UFC championships in multiple weight classes, cementing his legacy as a pioneer in the sport of mixed martial arts.
However, Penn’s post-fighting life has been marked by a series of legal issues, including multiple DUI arrests and a bar brawl assault. He was released from the UFC in 2019 after a string of seven consecutive losses raised concerns about his well-being. Some observers and medical professionals have speculated that Penn’s erratic behavior could be attributed to potential brain trauma from his fighting career, though no official diagnosis has been made public. The contrast between his athletic achievements and current struggles has left many fans and former colleagues concerned about his mental health.
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