Florida -- A nationally renowned mixed martial arts fighter, who made a name for himself while competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, was arrested on a felony charge Tuesday after investigators said he organized "illegal cage fighting" matches that drew more than 150 spectators, some from out of town.
The 31-year-old man, of Port St. Lucie allegedly violated a Florida statute that governs "prohibited competitions" - a third-degree felony that carries a possible maximum punishment of five years in prison.
Police said he organized and promoted an unsanctioned and unlicensed match out of a warehouse in St. Lucie West on October 19.
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