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‘This Is Horrendous’: Boxing Fans React to Violent Incident Involving Robert Easter Jr

Published 02/08/2022, 6:30 AM EST

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Robert Easter Jr. is an elite modern-era fighter who recently capitulated to a dreadful incident. On Sunday night, the 31-year-old was robbed and shot thrice. Post that, he was immediately taken to the hospital and also underwent surgery to remove bullet fragments.

This incident completely stirred the fight universe and everyone is praying for a speedy recovery of Easter Jr. The former titlist was an active fighter who shifted his attention to the super-lightweight frame in the last few years. That said, many expected him to square off this year as he only contended once in 2021.

However, with this heart-wrenching incident coming into the play, Easter Jr.’s return seems to be in dark clouds.

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Citing this incident, many fans came up with their opinion on Twitter.

One fan wrote, “Damn! Fingers crossed he recovers and they catch the guys who did it” 

“Wtf. Hope he recovers fully. That’s ridiculous.” wrote another fan.

Easter Jr. only lost to Mikey Garcia in his career. That said, a fan brought that point into consideration, giving a heartfelt message.

He wrote, “Only been beat by Mikey garcia”

Another fan wrote, “Damn hope he make it” 

“Poor guy hopefully he gets well soon. I do see how some of these fighters flaunt their wealth and still claim to maintain ties to the streets. Once you’re a millionaire you really need to start hanging out with hedge fund managers and golfers… The streets are full of envy” a fan added.

Another Twitter user added, “This is horrendous. Glad he’s going to make it”

Where was Robert Easter Jr. shot?

Per the Police in Cincinnati, Ohio, the 31-year-old was approached by a man from behind who demanded his jewelry.

 

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Easter Jr. tried to run, and he was shot multiple times in return. The robber ran away with two gold chains, three diamond rings, and Easter Jr.’s mobile phone.

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There’s no news on whether the cops caught the suspect.

In the coming time, there’ll be more developments in this case. Moreover, Easter Jr.’s family, fans, and friends will just pray for his speedy recovery and they’ll only hope that the suspect is behind the bars.

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What do you make of this story? Do you think Robert Easter Jr. will be the same upon his boxing return?

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Prathamesh Singh Chauhan

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Prathamesh Singh Chauhan is a Boxing Author at EssentiallySports. He is a graduate from the International Institute of Sports Management who combines his love for sports, particularly combat sports, and his flair for writing and analysis to help him in his day-to-day work. He has prior professional experience with sporting organizations such as Star Sports, Khelo India, and NBA.
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