Lavar "Big" Johnson (12-3) hospitalized after shooting according to Fanhouse.com:
"The Bakersfield Californian reports the incident occurred at a family reunion/Independance Day celebration at a residence in Bakersfield. When police arrived on the scene, five victims were found with gunshot wounds. Four were taken to a local area hospital with "minor to moderate" injuries, while the fifth was pronounced dead on the scene. The newspaper is reporting that Johnson "sustained a serious gunshot wound to his abdomen."
"It is unknown at this time whether his injuries are life or career-threatning."
HT: MMA.Fanhouse.com
4 months ago
Nick Thomas
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I believe Lavar is on TUF 10… I hope he fully recovers.
by Nick Thomas on Jul 5, 2009 9:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
According to crowbar on the UG -
"Lavar was not selected for TUF 10."
"Very sad news for me.I have traveled along in caravans including Lavar`s parents for his fights in Wargod events.I can tell you that Lavar was only shot 1 time in the stomach.I will update when I find out more."
by Nick Thomas on Jul 5, 2009 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also from crowbar
Lavar was scheduled to fight for Strikeforce on August 27th.
by Nick Thomas on Jul 5, 2009 9:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I wish he had been on TUF 10. Hope this isn’t as bad as it sounds.
by who me on Jul 5, 2009 11:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Fekin hell.
Keep firing Assholes!
Out out, you demons of stupidity!
by Ubernoober on Jul 5, 2009 11:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Terrible news. I hope his injuries are not life threatening. Hes one of the better up and coming HWs.
by MMASuPreMaCy on Jul 5, 2009 11:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn. Get well soon, bud.
"I see him beating Anderson Silva. I see him picking him apart. Him at a 131 years old...(trails off)." - Tito Ortiz on Vitor Belfort at Affliction:DOR
by Rundownloser on Jul 5, 2009 11:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Best wishes for a speedy recovery
get well soon Lavar!
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by Kid Nate on Jul 6, 2009 9:29 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
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