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Dustin Poirier reportedly arrested for public drunkenness
Former UFC fighter Dustin Poirier was arrested in Georgia on Father's Day for public drunkenness. He was released several hours after the Sunday evening incident. Poirier has since posted a message on Instagram and admitted to struggling with alcohol issues.
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Poirier has broken his silence regarding the arrest and admitted to alcohol struggles.
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Dustin Poirier Arrested for Public Drunkenness in Georgia
confidence 90%Former UFC fighter Dustin Poirier was arrested in Georgia on Father's Day for public drunkenness. He was released several hours after the Sunday evening incident. Poirier has since posted a message on Instagram and admitted to struggling with alcohol issues.
What's confirmed:
- Dustin Poirier was arrested in Georgia on Father's Day for public drunkenness.
- The arrest occurred on a Sunday.
- Poirier has spoken publicly via Instagram following the incident.
- Poirier is a former UFC fighter and interim lightweight champion.
Still unconfirmed:
- Poirier threatened to fight police at the Atlanta airport before his arrest.
- Poirier was arrested specifically for misdemeanor public intoxication.
- Colby Covington reacted to the situation.