Dustin Poirier arrested after altercation at Atlanta airport
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:44 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Dustin Poirier was arrested on June 21 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, facing a charge of public drunkenness. Body cam footage shows the former UFC fighter challenging a police officer to a fight and verbally accosting airline workers. After being subdued and handcuffed, Poirier praised the officer for their response. Following the incident, he addressed his fans on Instagram, indicating he is working on personal issues. Poirier has not fought since retiring in July, concluding a significant MMA career.
- •Poirier arrested on June 21, 2026
- •Charged with public drunkenness
- •Challenged police and berated airline staff
- •Praises police response after being handcuffed
- •Retired from fighting in July 2025
- 9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Video: Dustin Poirier challenges police to fight, berates airline workers in arrest video
"Video of Dustin Poirier's arrest has surfaced – and it was not a good situation.
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