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Dustin Poirier arrested in Georgia for public drunkenness

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:29 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Dustin Poirier arrested in Georgia for public drunkenness

Summary

Dustin Poirier was arrested in Georgia on Father's Day for public drunkenness. The former UFC interim lightweight champion was taken into custody on Sunday evening and later released after 10 p.m. ET. Following his arrest, he made an initial court appearance on Monday morning, where he could face fines and jail time if convicted. Poirier announced his retirement from fighting in July 2025 after a bout against Max Holloway. He has not commented directly on the arrest but shared a message on Instagram indicating he is working on himself.

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Key Details

•Poirier arrested for public drunkenness in Georgia on June 18.
•He was released later that night after being booked.
•Poirier retired from UFC competition in July 2025.
•He faces potential fines and jail time if convicted.
•Poirier expressed on Instagram that he is focused on self-improvement.

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UFC legend Dustin Poirier spent Father’s Day in jail. The former UFC interim lightweight champion was reportedly arrested on Sunday on charges of “Public Drunk” according to TMZ. “The Diamond” appeared in court on Monday morning and could face a possible fine and jail time if convicted on the misdemeanor charge. “Love you all,” Poirier […]
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