Former UFC Fighter Tim Kennedy Injured in DR Congo Attack

Washington: (Sports Desk) – Former UFC fighter and ex-US Army Green Beret Tim Kennedy is recovering after sustaining three gunshot wounds in an attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), according to media reports. The incident, which reportedly left 20 people dead or injured, occurred in South Kivu province on September 17.

According to Newsweek, the 47-year-old Kennedy is receiving medical treatment at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in the United States. Details about his current condition have not been fully disclosed.

US Congressman Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin shared an update on Kennedy’s situation on social media over the weekend. He expressed gratitude that Kennedy had survived and urged people to pray for his recovery and for peace for his family.

Reports indicate that Kennedy was working with Vectus Global, a private security firm conducting operations in the region. Further details about the circumstances of the attack and the activities underway at the time have not been independently established in the information provided.

Kennedy retired from mixed martial arts with a professional record of 18 wins and six defeats. His final professional bout took place in 2016, when he lost to Kelvin Gastelum.

One of the notable moments of Kennedy’s MMA career came in November 2013, when he knocked out Rafael Natal at UFC Fight for the Troops 3. Following his fighting career, Kennedy has also been known for his military service and other professional activities.