The accusation of criminal mischief derives from the damage to Covington's watch, which is a third-degree felony in Florida due to the amount of money involved.
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Following an alleged attack on Monday night, Colby Covington filed a formal account of the incident to police in Miami Beach, Fla. to press through with charges against Jorge Masvidal. According to police records obtained by MMA Fighting, the incident’s victim, who has previously been identified as Covington, went to the Miami Beach Police Criminal Investigation Division and gave a statutory declaration about the event.
Masvidal allegedly assaulted Covington outside the Papi Steak Restaurant, leaving him with a cracked tooth and abrasion on his wrist, according to Covington. Covington further claimed that his $90,000 Rolex watch, which he was wearing that night, had been damaged to the tune of $15,000 in value.
Covington recognised Masvidal based on the tone of his voice and the hair hanging out of his sweatshirt, which he claims he observed. During the alleged attack, he claimed, his teammate UFC fighter was wearing a surgical mask over his face.
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During the claimed attack, Masvidal raged, “You shouldn’t have been talking about my kids,” according to the former UFC interim welterweight champion. The alleged incident stopped after Masvidal fled back into the restaurant to alert police, who then came to the scene.
Police sought to call Masvidal after hearing Covington’s account. When his lawyer answered, the 37-year-old boxer was told to surrender. Masvidal was arrested late Wednesday night and charged with aggravated violence with a mask and criminal mischief. He was freed on a $15,000 bond.
The accusation of criminal mischief derives from the damage to Covington’s watch, which is a third-degree felony in Florida due to the amount of money involved. Masvidal’s right hand and knuckles had injuries, according to police, involving stitches that were documented as evidence.
Here is the police report:
ARREST: MBPD Detectives have arrested and charged Jorge Masvidal with:
– Aggravated Battery w/Mask
– Felony Criminal MischiefSee reports and booking photo below for more details. pic.twitter.com/OkW6LbZQHn
— Miami Beach Police (@MiamiBeachPD) March 24, 2022
Masvidal may serve up to 15 years in jail if convicted of the current charges, which constitute a second-degree felony in Florida. Prosecutors are anticipated to bring formal accusations against Masvidal, who will then be issued a court date as the criminal case progresses.
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