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Jon Jones Involved in Road Rage Incident in Albuquerque
4/6/2026, 12:18:44 AM
Confrontation Details
Jon Jones, the former two-division UFC champion, was recently filmed in a road rage incident in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The altercation involved Bryan Beltran, who claimed that Jones nearly hit his vehicle three times while driving a black truck. Beltran documented the encounter on Instagram, stating, “You’re almost f–king hitting me bro,” as he confronted Jones, who had followed him into a parking lot after the near-misses. In the video, Jones calmly responded, “You gotta calm down, bro. You gotta relax yourself, bro,” before flipping Beltran off and walking away.
Beltran recounted the events leading up to the confrontation, explaining that he had revved his engine to alert Jones after the first near-miss. He expressed frustration over the incident, noting that it was not the first time he had encountered reckless driving in Albuquerque. Despite the heated exchange, Beltran later clarified that he held no animosity towards Jones and humorously suggested that the fighter might need driving lessons.
Background and Context
This incident is not an isolated event in Jones' history. He has faced multiple legal issues related to driving, including a 2015 hit-and-run that injured a pregnant woman, for which he received probation. In March 2020, he was arrested after police found him in a vehicle with a firearm and an open container, leading to a guilty plea for DWI. More recently, charges from a February 2025 incident were dismissed after his alibi was accepted by prosecutors.
Jones has also been in the news for his ongoing disputes with UFC CEO Dana White regarding his exclusion from the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 card. Jones expressed disappointment over being left off the card and claimed he was offered a “lowball” $15 million deal to fight Alex Pereira, which White denied, stating that Jones was never considered for the event.
Criticism and Opposition
The road rage incident has reignited discussions about Jones' behavior outside the octagon. Critics have pointed to his history of legal troubles as indicative of a pattern of reckless conduct. Beltran, while acknowledging Jones' status as a champion, emphasized that fame does not exempt anyone from accountability, stating, “Being famous or trained doesn’t matter when it comes to someone pulling a trigger. Anything can happen.”
Official Statements & Responses
Bryan Beltran addressed the incident in his Instagram post, clarifying that he did not recognize Jones initially and expressed hope for a peaceful resolution. He stated, “Hopefully soon I’ll make another video where we can maybe shake hands and ‘squash the beef.’” Jones has not publicly commented on the incident as of now.
What's Next
As Jones navigates the fallout from this latest incident, questions about his future in the UFC remain. With ongoing health issues, including severe arthritis in his hip, and a strained relationship with UFC management, it is uncertain whether he will return to competitive fighting. The road rage incident adds another layer of complexity to his already tumultuous public image.
