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UFC Star Jon Jones Caught in Heated Road Rage Incident
Footage shows Jones confronting another driver in Albuquerque after an apparent close call on the road.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:40pm
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Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was caught on camera in a heated road rage altercation with another driver in Albuquerque, New Mexico over the weekend. The tense exchange, which did not turn physical, was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media.
Why it matters
This is not the first time Jones has been involved in a high-profile incident involving a vehicle. In 2015, he was charged with a hit-and-run crash involving a pregnant woman, and he narrowly avoided charges in a 2025 incident. These types of off-the-field controversies have plagued Jones throughout his MMA career.
The details
In the footage, Jones is seen stepping out of his vehicle and confronting another driver, identified as Bryan Beltran, after an apparent close call on the road. Beltran claims Jones nearly hit him multiple times before the situation escalated, with both men exchanging words in the middle of the street. Jones can be heard telling Beltran to 'relax,' but the confrontation did not turn physical.
- The incident occurred over the weekend in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The players
Jon Jones
A former UFC light heavyweight champion who has been involved in several high-profile incidents involving vehicles throughout his MMA career.
Bryan Beltran
The other driver involved in the road rage incident with Jon Jones in Albuquerque.
What they’re saying
“You almost f***ing hit me, bro”
— Bryan Beltran, Other driver
“Relax”
— Jon Jones
The takeaway
This latest incident involving Jon Jones and a vehicle highlights the ongoing challenges the former UFC champion has faced with off-the-field controversies throughout his career. While the confrontation did not turn physical, it serves as a reminder of Jones' propensity for finding himself in these types of situations.
