Jon Jones issues statement, says he needs to work on unhealthy relationship with alcohol

UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has finally responded to fans after being arrested in New Mexico earlier this week. Jon Jones was taken into custody by Albuquerque Police under criminal charges of DWI (Driving While Intoxicated), negligent use of a firearm, and possession of an open container of alcohol. Though one ever has been successful in dominating Jon Jones inside octagon, American fighter has often been surrounded by controversy due to his antics outside c. After being arrested for reportedly third time in his career, Jon Jones has been slammed by a number of UFC fighters. However, Jon Jones has finally pleaded to his fans and accepted fact that he has an unhealthy relationship with alcohol.

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Jon Jones arrested: Jon Jones plea

 Jon Jones revealed that he is disappointed about fact that he has become source of a negative headline again especially during time of a medical crisis around world. 32-year-old furr stated that he has developed an unhealthy relationship with alcohol which he wants to get rid of. According to reports, Jon Jones has already pleaded guilty to a DWI charge and has also exercised plea agreement. However, UFC fans are yet to go easy on light heavyweight champion as netizens have been trolling Jon Jones over his arrest for almost a week w.

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Jon Jones arrested: What did Jon Jones do?

As per official police complaint, Albuquerque Police addressed to area of 3rd Street and Central Avenue at 1:00 am after being informed about gunshots by local residents. After reaching area, police officers found UFC champion Jon Jones inside a vehicle with engine on. Jones was tested and found intoxicated twice above legal limit and was n taken into custody.

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