Former UFC Star B.J. Arrested for Violating Mother’s Restraining Order

Former UFC star B.J. arrested for violating mother’s restraining order

Former UFC star B.J. Penn was arrested again on Thursday for violating the temporary restraining order filed by his mother.

UFC veteran Ben Askren is awake but needs a lung transplant

Former UFC star Ben Askren has shown signs of improvement while battling a severe health crisis, according to recent updates from close associates and family. The wrestling champion, who was initially hospitalized in Las Vegas during a cryptocurrency event, has regained some responsiveness despite still requiring a lung transplant. “He was able to open his eyes and squeeze hands, showing some responsiveness,” reported Pat Mineo from The Wrestlin…

BJ Penn Rejects Mental Health Exam After Fourth Arrest for Violating Restraining Order in Hawaii

BJ Penn, a UFC Hall of Famer, faced his fourth arrest in less than two weeks on June 12, 2025, in Hilo, Hawaii, for violating a temporary restraining order filed by his mother, Lorraine Shin. Hawaii County police reported the incident, releasing Penn on $3,000 bail with a court date set for June 13, 2025. ...

B.J. Penn breaks silence after fourth arrest: 'Mental health test my a**'

Last Tuesday, former two-division UFC champion B.J. Penn appeared in court where a Hawaiian judge ordered him to vacate the home he shares with his 79-year old mother, Lorraine Shin. The judge also extended the protective order against Penn brought by Shin until Nov. 23.Two days later, on Thursday, Penn was detained for violating the retraining order. Penn was arrested last month and changed with 'abuse of a family or household member.' Days lat…