Mike Perry apologizes to UFC, sponsors in public statement

Welterweight mixed martial arts fighter Mike Perry has finally apologized for his actions that went viral last month.

Perry, 28, was caught on video in a restaurant altercation where he was seen to flatten an elderly man with a single punch.

According to the police report, Perry assaulted three people that night but an arrest warrant was not issued to the professional fighter.

“I want to be a better role model for my family. For my unborn son. My Queen @latory_g and for myself so I can earn the respect I deserve,” Perry wrote on Twitter.

“To my sponsors and my bosses at @ufc I want to apologize for how my actions have impacted our relationships. I will be better all around,” he said.

I want to be a better role model for my family. For my unborn son. My Queen @latory_g and for myself so I can earn the respect I deserve. To my sponsors and my bosses at @ufc I want to apologize for how my actions have impacted our relationships. I will be better all around #Oss

— Platinum Mike Perry (@PlatinumPerry) August 2, 2020

In a statement released by the UFC following the altercation, the organization said that Perry has committed to seek professional treatment for his issues related to alcohol abuse including substance and behavioral counseling.

The world’s premier MMA promotion also stated that Perry will not be given another fight until the completion of his treatment program. —MGP, GMA News