Although Jon Jones is now officially a suspect in a hit-and-run accident involving a pregnant woman, as of this morning, the UFC light-heavyweight champion is still scheduled to headline next month’s UFC 187 event.
As MMAjunkie reported on Sunday, Jones was initially wanted by the Albuquerque Police Department for questioning in the hit-and-run that took place early that morning. Later in the day, he officially was named a suspect.
Police department reps said there were no immediate plans to issue an arrest warrant. However, a summons will be issued, and Jones, who lives in Albuquerque and trains with Team Jackson-Winkeljohn, will have four weeks to show in court. Should he fail to appear in court, a warrant will be issued for his arrest.
With Jones’ status as a suspect, which followed a day full of rumors and innuendo, the UFC issued a statement.
It read: “We are aware that the Albuquerque Police Department is interested in speaking to Jon Jones regarding his possible involvement in a motor vehicle accident. We are in the process of gathering facts and will reserve further comment until more information is available.”
UFC issues statement on champ Jon Jones, no current changes to UFC 187 card | MMAjunkie