Anthony Smith case: Former UFC fighter allegedly threatened to kill his wife and tried to run her over more than once.

Anthony Smith was arrested in the United States. Photo: Reproduction/MMAFighting

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Little by little, details about Anthony Smith 's arrest are coming to light and his situation with the law is worsening. Last Monday (27), in Nebraska (USA), the former UFC fighter and current commentator was arrested on charges of committing domestic violence, causing serious bodily harm, making terrorist threats and first-degree unlawful imprisonment. And, according to the Sarpy County Prosecutor's Office, the veteran's alleged victim was his wife.

Through an official statement sent to the press last Wednesday (29), the agency reported that Smith allegedly argued with his partner, grabbed her, pushed her and threatened to kill her. Investigators also claimed that the former UFC fighter tried to run over his wife several times.

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Arrested on charges of committing three serious crimes, Smith was released from the Sarpy County jail after posting $500 bail (approximately R$2,5 million at the current exchange rate). Now on provisional release, the Prosecutor's Office has ordered the athlete to stay away from his wife and prohibited him from having any contact with her until the case is resolved.

Furthermore, 'Lionheart' will have to appear in Sarpy County District Court on August 17th. If the wrestler is convicted, he could face more than 20 years in prison.

Check out the full statement.

“During today’s bail hearing, a prosecutor from the Sarpy County District Attorney’s Office offered the following information: it is alleged that on July 26, 2026, the defendant was involved in an argument with his wife at a bar in Gretna, Nebraska. During the incident, he allegedly threatened to kill her if she did not get into the vehicle and go home with him.”

“He is also accused of grabbing her and pushing her into the vehicle. At one point during the journey, she managed to get out of the vehicle. The defendant allegedly continued making threats, demanding that she get back into the vehicle. After arriving home, she got out of the vehicle again. Investigators allege that the defendant repeatedly tried to run her over with the vehicle.”

“The defendant’s wife managed to get out of the way and avoid any physical harm. As the case is awaiting trial, the Sarpy County District Attorney’s Office will not comment further on the allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.”

Smith's fighters in MMA

Anthony Smith , 38, is a veteran of MMA and rose to prominence in the UFC. The American began his career in the sport in 2008 and competed for the company's light heavyweight title in 2019.

In this style of fighting, 'Lionheart' built a record of 39 wins, 36 by stoppage (20 by knockout and 16 by submission), and 22 losses. His main victories were over Alexander Gustafsson , Hector Lombard , Mauricio Shogun , Ryan Spann (twice), Rashad Evans , Vitor Petrino , and Volkan Oezdemir.

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