Former UFC star Dustin Poirier responds to shocking Father’s Day arrest: ‘Working on myself’

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1. 1d ago

   Dustin Poirier responds to Father's Day arrest in Georgia

   Retired UFC fighter Dustin Poirier was arrested for public drunkenness in Georgia on Father's Day. He stated on Instagram that he is "working on myself." UFC veteran Drew Dober has since expressed sympathy for the former interim lightweight champion.

   What's confirmed:

   • Dustin Poirier was arrested for public drunkenness in Georgia on Father's Day.
   • Poirier posted a message on Instagram stating, "I'm working on myself."
   • UFC veteran Drew Dober publicly supported Poirier following the arrest.
   • Poirier is a retired former UFC interim lightweight champion.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Bodycam video shows Poirier challenging an officer to fight at a Georgia airport.
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2. 6d ago

   Dustin Poirier Responds After Father's Day Arrest in Georgia

   Retired UFC fighter Dustin Poirier was arrested on Father's Day for public drunkenness in Georgia. He later posted a message on Instagram stating, "I'm working on myself." Poirier is currently facing a misdemeanor charge.

   What's confirmed:

   • Dustin Poirier was arrested in Georgia on Father's Day for public drunkenness.
   • Poirier is a retired UFC fighter who joined the broadcast team as an analyst.
   • Poirier posted a message to Instagram stating, "I'm working on myself."
   • Poirier was arrested and released on Father's Day.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The arrest occurred at the Atlanta airport before Poirier could board a Delta flight.
   • Poirier faces a misdemeanor charge for public intoxication in Atlanta.
   • Colby Covington responded to the arrest.
   • Drew Dober expressed sympathy for Poirier regarding his retirement struggles.
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