Days after losing his belt, Adesanya was detained at the airport

Israel Adesanya, a UFC fighter of Nigerian descent, has been detained by security agents at JFK Airport.

This occurs just four days after he was defeated by Alex Pereira for the UFC middleweight belt.

Adesanya was apprehended close to the American Airlines terminal at JFK on Wednesday afternoon, shortly before 2 p.m. local time, while passing through security checks, according to TMZ.

Brass knuckles are considered a minor offense in New York and are unlawful, according to the 33-year-arrest. old’s

If found guilty, Adesanya may be sentenced to up to a year in jail as well as possible penalties.

Adesanya is currently being held by the police and might not be allowed to leave New York until the investigations are finished.

Brass knuckles belonging to Adesanya are not known to have been in his carry-on luggage, on him, or in a checked suitcase. At the time of this report, the possession’s purpose is likewise unknown.