Undefeated MMA prospect killed in violent home invasion – RT Sport News
Tanner Marlow, an undefeated American mixed martial arts fighter, was killed in a violent home invasion in California on December 24.
The 4-0 light heavyweight, who had fought for feeder league UFC Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA), was reportedly at home when a gunman, later identified as Jacob Malena, attempted to enter the property.
Marlow was also equipped with a gun and both men died in an ensuing shootout.
Local reports said Malena was trying to force their way into the property, where his ex-girlfriend was staying. She was unharmed during the incident.
« We are heartbroken by the tragic passing of our Iridium team brother, Tanner Marlowread a press release from Iridium Sports Agency, which represented Marlow.
« Tanner is fondly remembered as one of the most promising undefeated prospects in the sport of MMA and a very proud family man. We miss Tanner dearly, and send our deepest condolences and prayers to his family, friends and team at this difficult time..”
Marlow had only fought professionally four times during his budding mixed martial arts career and was last seen in the cage in June, when he picked up a second-round TKO victory over another prospect. undefeated Joel Guzman to further his growing reputation in the sport. It was Marlow’s first fight in just under three years.
His fighting nickname was « The American Psycho » – the same nickname used by UFC Hall of Fame fighter Stephan Bonnar, who coincidentally died two days before Marlow from suspected heart problems.
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