An old video clip of professional mixed martial artist Tony Cojocaru has recently surfaced and is causing controversy. In the clip, Cojocaru is seen teaching a teenager a lesson. Cojocaru appears to overpower the kid and subdues him.
The incident has sparked a heated debate among fans, with many questioning the MMA veteran;s behavior and whether he should have used his skills in such a situation.
According to reports, Cojocaru faced charges of aggravated assault and terroristic threats for this incident with a teenager in West Deptford.
The spat began as a verbal dispute but quickly turned physical. A third party recorded the incident and shared it on social media.
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Cojocaru allegedly punched, slapped, and kicked the victim. The victim was left with bruises on his body and did not report the assault at the time. He cited embarrassment and fear as reasons for his silence.
The teen even lied to his father when questioned about his injuries the following day. The incident caused outrage and condemnation from members of the community, with many calling for Cojocaru to face the consequences of his actions.
Cojocaru was arraigned on $50,000 bail, but it is unclear whether he has retained an attorney to represent him in court. The recent circulation of the video clip has caused controversy and reignited discussion in the MMA community once again.