Ex-UFC Fighter Sanchez Arrested on Gun Charges

Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez, 43, was arrested in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after allegedly firing a gun out the window of a Jeep Gladiator while passing a traffic accident on Interstate 40. Sanchez faces charges of shooting at or from a motor vehicle, a fourth-degree felony, and negligent use of a deadly weapon, a misdemeanor. Police say Sanchez denied firing the weapon but admitted there was a gun in the vehicle, while the driver—who was not charged—told officers Sanchez fired the shot and laughed. Officers recovered three live rounds, a spent casing, and a handgun from the car. Sanchez remains in custody awaiting bail, and his representative has stated he has been struggling with substance abuse and is seeking treatment. Sanchez, known for winning the first season of 'The Ultimate Fighter,' last fought professionally in 2022.