Cain Velasquez News
Brendan Schaub slams judge's comments about Cain Velasquez: "The years of being a model citizen just goes out the window?"
Josh Evanoff - May 17, 2022
Former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub isn’t happy with Cain Velasquez’s judge on his attempted murder trial. Earlier this year, Velasquez was booked on an attempted murder charge after shooting at a car in traffic. Over the following weeks, details emerged as to why the normally quiet former champion took action. Velasquez was reportedly shooting at Harry Goularte Jr., who is accused of molesting one of his family members over 100 times. Instead of hitting him, he struck the man’s stepfather.
Alleged victim in Cain Velasquez shooting speaks out for the first time: “Velasquez has no respect for human life”
Harry Kettle - May 17, 2022
The alleged shooting victim of Cain Velasquez has spoken out for the first time after the former fighter was denied bail. Back in February, 64-year-old Paul Bender was the driver of a Chevy Silverado that police say Velasquez rammed with his car and shot at during a high-speed chase. The belief is that the intended target was Harry Goularte, who has been accused of molesting Cain’s young son.
Cain Velasquez denied bail for the second time, judge states he has a "disregard for human life"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has been denied bail once again. In late February, Velasquez was arrested for attempted murder, as well as a litany of other charges. According to reports, the former champion shot at a car and traffic and struck a man. Over the next few weeks, more news emerged about the individual who he shot at.
Veteran defense attorneys believes Cain Velasquez “threw his life away” with California shooting incident
Susan Cox - May 16, 2022
Veteran defense attorneys have weighed in on the Cain Velasquez shooting incident with some believing he ‘threw his life away’. Cain Velasquez has spent the last three months behind bars after he allegedly got into a high speed chase and shot at Harry Goularte, a man accused of molesting a four year old relative of the fighter. While the shot missed Goularte, bullets struck his stepfather instead.
Josh Thomson discusses former teammate Cain Velasquez's arrest: "The justice system failed his son, and him"
Josh Evanoff - April 18, 2022
Josh Thomson has weighed in on his friend and former teammate Cain Velasquez’s recent arrest. In late February, the former UFC heavyweight champion was arrested for attempted murder. Over the next few weeks, the tale quickly unraveled. It was learned that Velasquez attempted to shoot a man in a car that had allegedly molested a close relative of his over 100 times. It was later learned that it was the former champion’s son who was the victim.
Defense attorney says accused child molester in Cain Velasquez case is innocent: “He didn’t do it”
Susan Cox - April 14, 2022
The Cain Velasquez case is in the news again, with the defense attorney for Harry Goularte, accused child molester, talking to the media claiming his client is innocent. It was Cain Velasquez who entered into a high speed chase and fired shots into the vehicle Goularte and others were in, who has been charged with attempted murder as well as other charges. It was Goularte’s stepfather, Paul Bender, who was injured in the incident. Valesquez was incensed by the fact that Goularte had allegedly abused a minor child, a relative of the fighter, and was subsequently released on bail.
Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez issues statement on his social media
Susan Cox - April 12, 2022
Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez has issued a statement on social media on his current situation. Velasquez is regarded as one of the best heavyweight fighters of all time. He retired from MMA in 2019 and had been coaching at his longtime American Kickboxing Academy gym in San Jose.
One of the judges in Cain Velasquez case voices concerns over “safety”, requests protection
Susan Cox - March 10, 2022
It is been reported that one of the judges in the Cain Velasquez case has voiced concerns over safety and requested additional protection. As a result, extra security has been provided. It was Judge Shelyna Brown who said “the risk is too great” after reviewing Velasquez’s “reckless” actions and denied the former fighter bail. Velasquez is due back in court on April 12, 2022.
GoFundMe shuts down Cain Velasquez fundraisers, issues refunds to donors
Cole Shelton - March 7, 2022
GoFundMe has shut down any fundraiser for Cain Velasquez. After news came out that Velasquez shot at a man who was recently charged with molesting a close relative of his, the MMA community rallied around the former heavyweight champ. They called for him to be freed from jail and fans started a GoFundMe to help offset the cost for his legal team. At least two legal fund campaigns have been shut down, GoFundMe confirmed citing a violation of terms of service.
Cain Velasquez denied bail by Judge Shelyna Brown: “The risk is too great”
Susan Cox - March 7, 2022
Cain Velasquez appeared in court today, Monday, March 7th where he was denied bail by Judge Shelyna Brown of the Santa Clara County Superior Court. Cain is a former two-time UFC heavyweight champion and regarded as one of the best heavyweight fighters of all time. Retiring from MMA in 2019 he had a brief stint in WWE before being released in 2020. Velasquez, 39, has been coaching at his longtime American Kickboxing Academy gym in San Jose.
Joe Rogan reacts to Cain Velasquez's arrest: "My only wish is that he did with his hands"
Chris Taylor - March 5, 2022
Joe Rogan has weighed in on the recent arrest of former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez. Velasquez, 39, was arrested on attempted murder charges on Monday, February 28th. The former ‘Baddest man on the planet’ faces a total of ten charges related to the indecent. The most serious of the charges, attempted murder, could see him facing 20+ years of incarceration if found guilty.
Derek Brunson donates $10,000 to Cain Velasquez's legal fees
Josh Evanoff - March 4, 2022
Derek Brunson is the latest fighter to give support to former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez. The former champion was arrested earlier this week for attempted murder, as well as a variety of other charges. Since his arrest, more details have come to light regarding the event and the man he attempted to shoot.
Junior Dos Santos sends a heartfelt message to Cain Velasquez following his recent arrest
Susan Cox - March 3, 2022
Junior Dos Santos has spoken out about the recent arrest of Cain Velasquez. Junior Dos Santos (21-9 MMA) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and professional wrestler. As a mixed martial artist, he is a former UFC Heavyweight Champion. Dos Santos also makes appearances for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as a member of American Top Team (ATT).
New video appears to show Cain Velasquez chasing down accused child molester in SUV
Josh Evanoff - March 3, 2022
A newly released video shows Cain Velasquez in an SUV chase. He was headed after a man accused of molesting one of his relatives. Earlier this week, the former UFC heavyweight champion was arrested for attempted murder. The news caught fans off-guard, mainly due to Velasquez’s normally calm demeanor outside of the cage.
Dana White comments on the arrest of former UFC champion Cain Velasquez
Susan Cox - March 3, 2022
UFC President, Dana White has weighed in on the arrest of former UFC champion, Cain Velasquez. Cain Velasquez, 39, retired from the UFC back in 2019 after suffering a KO loss to Francis Ngannou. The former UFC heavyweight champion boasts 12 wins by knockout, two by decision and two title defences.
Cain Velasquez faces a minimum of 20 years and up to life in prison if found guilty after taking "the law into his own hands"
Cole Shelton - March 2, 2022
Cain Velasquez could see life in prison if he is convicted of attempted murder. It was revealed Velasquez allegedly shot at a man who was recently charged with molesting a close relative of his. However, he apparently missed that man, and his bullet hit the defendant’s stepfather.
Report | Cain Velasquez shot at a man who recently was charged with molesting his relative
Cole Shelton - March 1, 2022
Cain Velasquez was arrested for attempted murder and now there is an update as to why he did it. According to the Denver Post, Velasquez shot at a man who was recently charged with molesting a close relative of his. However, he apparently missed that man, and his bullet hit the defendant’s stepfather.
Cain Velasquez arrested on attempted murder charge
Susan Cox - March 1, 2022
According to reports, Cain Velasquez spent Monday night, February 28th in jail. Velasquez, 39, has been arrested and booked on an attempted murder charge. Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez (14-3 MMA) is said to have been involved in a shooting which took place on Monterey Highway and Bailey Avenue, near Sobrato High School in Morgan Hill, California, at approximately 3pm which left one man injured.