Bellator’s Jordan Parsons Passes Away After Hit-And-Run Accident
Bellator featherweight fighter Jordan Parsons has passed away.
Parsons was involved in a hit-and-run accident on Lindell Blvd. and South Federal Highway in Delray Beach, Florida earlier this week. He was put into a coma and had his full right leg amputated.
Parsons died on Wednesday (May 4, 2016) as a result of injuries he sustained. The driver who struck and ultimately killed Parsons is still at large. Police are still searching for the driver and those with any information on the driver needs to contact the local police department.
Bellator MMA President Scott Coker announced the news via a statement:
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a dear member of the Bellator family, Jordan Parsons. Jordan was an exceptional athlete and a rising star in the sport. But more importantly, he was an exceptional young man. Jordan was hard-working, dedicated, intelligent, and a pleasure to be around. He represented all the reasons we love this sport. It is a terribly tragic loss and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and teammates.”
Parsons was only 25-years-old at the time of this death and entered the sport of MMA in 2010. He held a pro-MMA record of 11-2 and last competed at Bellator 146 in November of 2015.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jordan’s family at this time.
