M. Moraes in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Marlon Moraes proved he's still sharp, even away from the UFC. The Brazilian, who recently won against Maximiliano Perez in the Liga Monstro Combate, went viral on social media after subduing a suspect while working as a police officer in Florida, United States.
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In a video released on social media, Marlon Moraes is seen being confronted by a man during a traffic stop. After the suspect disobeyed the police officer's orders, the former fighter took action, knocked the man down, and quickly immobilized him.
🚨 BREAKING! A short police officer showing the tough guy that size doesn't matter. 🚨
APPARENTLY it's former UFC fighter Marlon Moraes . pic.twitter.com/tA07tld733
— Renato Money Acriano (@moicanoac) September 4, 2026
Marlon Moraes' history in MMA.
At 38 years old, Marlon Moraes has accumulated 24 wins and 13 losses in MMA. A former WSOF champion, the Brazilian has fought 11 times in the UFC octagon, with five wins and six losses. During his time in the world's leading MMA organization, he faced big names such as Merab Dvalishvili , José Aldo , Henry Cejudo , and Aljamain Sterling.
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