In an unforeseen turn of events, undefeated lightweight champion Devin Haney was arrested early Thursday morning in Hollywood. Law enforcement reported to TMZ Sports that a routine traffic stop due to an unsafe lane change and failure to use a turn signal led to the discovery of a semi-automatic handgun in Haney’s vehicle. The 30-0 fighter, fresh off a victory against Vasiliy Lomachenko, had left popular hotspot Catch L.A. just moments before being pulled over.
Authorities reported that Haney was not behind the wheel at the time of the stop, but the person driving informed officers about a firearm within the vehicle. A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed a semi-automatic handgun under the driver’s seat. Despite no one in the vehicle claiming ownership of the weapon, Haney, being the registered owner of the car, was arrested and booked on felony charges for possession of a concealed weapon.
The boxing champion was released later on Thursday morning on a $35,000 bail, with court records showing that he is scheduled for a hearing next month. The incident adds a surprising twist to Haney’s career trajectory, raising questions about potential implications for his status in the boxing world.
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