UFC Fighter Casey Kenney Arrested on Serious Assault Charges

Kenney Faces Multiple Felony and Misdemeanor Charges

According to a statement obtained by MMA Junkie from Phoenix Police Department spokesperson Brian Bower, officers responded to a call reporting domestic violence. Upon arrival, authorities encountered an adult female victim who exhibited visible abrasions and reported being subjected to abuse. Emergency medical services treated the victim at the scene, and investigators conducted an interview. At the time of the initial police response, there was no immediate arrest made, and the case remained under active investigation. The severity of the allegations has since led to Kenney’s detainment and the filing of these charges.

Details Emerge Regarding Alleged Assault Incident

The arrest of Casey Kenney was first reported by The Scrap, with further details emerging from a probable cause statement provided to MMA Fighting. The document alleges that Kenney subjected a woman to prolonged physical and psychological abuse over a 13-hour period. This alleged abuse included repeated hitting, choking, biting, and strangulation, while also preventing her from leaving his residence. Furthermore, the statement indicates that Kenney made threats of violence, reportedly stating he would kill anyone who came looking for the victim. The victim’s mother has reportedly been sharing updates on the situation via social media in recent weeks.

Kenney’s UFC Career and Recent Activity

Casey Kenney, once considered a promising prospect in the UFC’s bantamweight division, has not competed since August 2021. He joined the organization in 2019 and competed eight times through 2021, also appearing twice on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2017. In recent years, Kenney has maintained a low profile, with limited activity on social media. His absence from active competition and public life has been notable, making this recent legal situation all the more striking for fans of the sport.