Anthony Smith issues first statement following July arrest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 4:51 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Former UFC light heavyweight title contender Anthony Smith released his first statement since his arrest on July 27 in Nebraska. He faces three felony charges, including first-degree domestic assault and terroristic threats, and has pleaded not guilty. A judge set his bond at $500,000, allowing Smith to post it while prohibiting contact with his wife. In his statement on social media, Smith expressed relief to be home and indicated he will share his story in the future. He is scheduled to return to court in September and has received permission to travel to the Dominican Republic for a sporting event from September 27 to October 3.
- •Anthony Smith was arrested on July 27 on three felony charges.
- •He posted $500,000 bond but cannot contact his wife.
- •Smith is set to return to court in September.
- •He stated he will share his story soon via social media.
- •Smith is allowed to travel for a sporting event in late September.
- 4:51 AMYahoo Sports — Anthony Smith Releases First Statement Since Arrest
"Former UFC light heavyweight title contender Anthony Smith has released his first statement since his arrest in July.Smith was arrested Monday, July 27, in his native Nebraska on three felony charges of first-degree domestic assault, terroristic threats, and first-degree false imprisonment.A judge set his bond at $500,000, and Smith posted it, granting his release from […] The post Anthony Smith Releases First Statement Since Arrest appeared first on HEAVY.
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