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Dustin Poirier arrested for public drunkenness at Atlanta airport

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:26 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Dustin Poirier arrested for public drunkenness at Atlanta airport

Summary

Dustin Poirier, the former UFC champion, was arrested on June 21 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport for public drunkenness after being denied boarding for a Delta flight. Police were called to the scene following a dispute, where Poirier allegedly acted aggressively toward staff and officers. He was taken into custody without further incident and transported to Clayton County Jail. Video footage from the incident shows Poirier confronting other passengers and asking for a fight. He was previously out on bond with a court hearing scheduled.

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•Poirier was denied boarding for a flight to Fort Lauderdale.
•He was visibly agitated and yelled profanities before his arrest.
•Police recognized him due to his professional fighting background.
•Video footage shows Poirier confronting passengers at the gate.
•Poirier's last fight was in July 2025 against Max Holloway.

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Dustin Poirier, the former UFC champion, was denied boarding for a Delta flight at in Atlanta before his arrest for public drunkenness June 21.
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