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Tim Kennedy hospitalized after being shot in Congo ambush

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 12:10 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Tim Kennedy hospitalized after being shot in Congo ambush
Summary

Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy was hospitalized after sustaining three gunshot wounds during an ambush in the Democratic Republic of Congo on September 17. The incident took place in South Kivu and resulted in approximately 20 casualties. Kennedy, a former U.S. Army Green Beret, was working with Vectus Global at the time. U.S. Congressman Derrick Van Orden confirmed he spoke with Kennedy, expressing gratitude for his survival. Kennedy is currently receiving treatment at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Washington, D.C.

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What We Know
  • •Kennedy was shot three times in an ambush on September 17.
  • •The ambush left around 20 people dead or wounded.
  • •He was working for Vectus Global during the incident.
  • •Kennedy is receiving treatment at Walter Reed Medical Center.
  • •U.S. Congressman Derrick Van Orden confirmed his survival in a public update.
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  • 12:10 AMYahoo Sports — UFC vet Tim Kennedy hospitalized after reportedly being shot 3 times in deadly Congo ambush
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Kennedy, a former U.S. Army Green Beret, sustained three gunshot wounds to his leg during the Sept. 17 attack, which left approximately 20 people killed or wounded.

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