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Dustin Poirier arrested for public intoxication, threatens police

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Dustin Poirier arrested for public intoxication, threatens police

Summary

Dustin Poirier was arrested for public intoxication at an Atlanta airport on Sunday. Video footage shows the former UFC fighter displaying aggressive behavior toward an officer, even threatening to fight. After initially resisting and becoming agitated, he was eventually handcuffed and taken into custody. Poirier was booked for public drunkenness and released shortly after. He acknowledged the incident on social media, stating he is working on himself.

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By the Numbers

•Poirier was arrested at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
•He threatened to fight an officer during the arrest.
•The altercation occurred after he was removed from a flight.
•Poirier was booked for public drunkenness and later released.
•He has addressed the incident on his Instagram Stories.

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