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Former UFC Fighter Tim Kennedy Wounded in Congo Ambush
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Core Event: Ambush Injures Former Fighter
In mid-September, an armed ambush in the Democratic Republic of Congo left former UFC competitor and ex-Green Beret Tim Kennedy with three gunshot wounds to his leg. Reuters, citing anonymous sources, reported that the attack targeted forces linked to Blackwater founder Erik Prince. The incident resulted in roughly 20 people killed or wounded, according to the same report. Kennedy was evacuated to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Washington for treatment.
Background & Context
Tim Kennedy, a retired mixed-martial-arts athlete and former U.S. Army Special Forces operative, has previously been involved in security work abroad. The ambush occurred amid a broader presence of private-military contractors in the Congo, where Erik Prince’s organization has been reported to operate. The limited details released so far stem from Reuters’ reliance on unnamed informants.
Official Statements & Responses
Republican Representative Derrick Van Orden said he had spoken with Kennedy and urged the public to pray for his recovery. He emphasized concern for Kennedy’s family, noting the personal toll of the incident. No official comment from the U.S. Department of Defense or the Congolese authorities has been released at this stage.
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- “I am asking everyone to pray for his healing and that his wonderful family find Peace,” — Van Orden — Van Orden “I am asking everyone to pray for his healing and that his wonderful family find Peace.”