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Former MMA fighter Ross Johnson testifies he was helping 'defenseless' friend during fatal fight

Summary by Court TV
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Court TV) — A former MMA fighter charged with manslaughter after a deadly bar fight testified on Wednesday that he had no intention of hurting the victim and was only trying to protect his friend. Ross Johnson testified in his own defense on May 20, 2026. (Court TV) Ross Johnson, 26, is charged with manslaughter and aggravated battery in the death of Dayvon Larry, 31, who was an airman in the U.S. Air Force. Johnson was visiti…

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Court TV broke the news on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
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