Former MMA star ‘Mayhem’ Miller arrested after alleged violent choking-out situation with fan in Los Angeles
Jason Miller has had a career full of ups and downs and has the tenacity to get into trouble with the law. He was recently taken into custody for choking a fan.
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Jason Miller got arrested for assault (Image via Imago)
Former UFC fighter Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller has made headlines again for getting arrested. Miller has a track record of getting into trouble due to violence and battery. He has recently made headlines again for allegedly choking out a fan at a public place in Los Angeles. Miller recently got out of jail for domestic violence and resisting arrest a few months ago.
According to TMZ, Miller was approached by a fan who just wanted to greet him. The conversation built up to a verbal argument that turned violent, leading to Miller allegedly putting the fan in a chokehold. The altercation escalated quickly, and Miller had to be separated by security. He allegedly left the scene when the police were called and was caught when he came to the same place the next day.
Miller was one of the most promising prospects during his time in the UFC. He made his debut against Georges St-Pierre at UFC 52, and even though he lost, he went on a four-fight winning streak. Miller was suspended by the UFC for violating the code of conduct. He returned in 2011 to face Michael Bisping at TUF 15 and lost. He was finally released by the UFC in 2012 due to legal problems.
Miller has suffered from drug and mental health issues in recent years. He has been arrested and incarcerated multiple times. Despite his personal issues, Miller is still a popular figure in the MMA industry. He is recognized for his outspoken demeanor and ability to express himself.
Jason Miller was the host of MTV show Bully Beatdown
During the peak of his career in the UFC, Miller used his fan following and outspoken personality to become the host of the MTV show Bully Beatdown. The concept of the show was to make bullies fight professional MMA fighters for money. Miller’s energetic personality and hosting skills made him an iconic fan favorite.
Every episode started off with Miller offering a bully $10,000 and baiting them into fighting MMA fighters. Before every fight, Miller tries out the bully’s skills in a heavy bag and on the ground. After which, he chooses a fighter that is compatible in weight to get in the cage with the bully. Every round starts with $5000 and it is cut down and given to the victim of bullying every time the bully submits.
Miller was the show’s host from 2009 until 2012. He also had a talent for persuading bullies to reveal their reasons for bullying. The show sparked controversy, with a few critics claiming that it glorified violence. However, it was popular with audiences and lasted three seasons.
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