Jake Paul‘s boxing coach and former professional boxer, Benjamin Flores, known as BJ Flores, made headlines when he had a horrifying encounter when he was shot in the leg in a robbery attempt in Columbia. That’s not something one would expect when traveling to another country. But fortunately, the attack did not prove to be fatal for the former pro boxer. And he is healing perfectly from the incident. Even though this incident was not something Flores ever expected, he did not allow this event to change his view about the beautiful country of Columbia. And he displayed a beautiful gesture as he is still healing from the wound.
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Recently, Flores took to Twitter to share a video and revealed details about his gesture to do something good for the people of Medellin. And the fans are in awe of Flores after his gesture.
BJ Flores’s gesture for the people of Columbia
The former professional boxer posted a video on Twitter and announced his plans to do something sweet for the people of Columbia. Flores announced that he would be handing out about 500 meals to needy families in the city of Medellin. This is a commendable gesture by the boxing coach.
In the video, he showed gratitude to the people who loved and supported him when he was hospitalized. He said, “I am looking forward to giving back to this great country. And am honored to be part of this great event. “
He further said that he is excited to meet people in need and make a difference. This is a heartwarming initiative shown by the American.
Honored to be a small part of raising awareness in this great country 🇨🇴🇨🇴🇨🇴 Today we will hand out over 500 meals to families in need in Medellin. To anybody who wants to be involved, ask questions, shoot me a DM. 🙏🏻🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/Ipj3a4hxlT
— Benjamin Flores (@bjfloresboxing) March 21, 2023
Flores was robbed at gunpoint while sitting in the passenger seat of a car at a red light. While fleeing from the perpetrators, he got shot in the leg. And had to undergo surgery for the bullet to be removed. He kept his fans updated about his recovery, and he is finally back on his feet and ready to get back to doing what he loves. Jake Paul and Flores share a good relationship. And Paul even pranked Flores on his birthday.
Fans pour in love for BJ Flores
Despicable Mick has tremendous respect for Flores as he showed a good attitude after going through so much.
After all the stress you’ve had to deal with recently you’re right back at it doing charity work, much respect to you. Wish there was more people line you 💪
— Despicable Mick (@migellcavanagh) March 21, 2023
Professional boxer Christopher Lovejoy replied to the video of Flores.
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— Christopher Lovejoy (@LovejoyBoxing) March 21, 2023
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Nic prayed for the boxing coach while he was in the hospital.
So glad to see you’re doing well BJ! You’ve been in my prayers and thank you for what you’re doing! 💪🏼♥️
— Ɲเᥴꪮᥣꫀ ✨ (@nicole_anne813) March 22, 2023
Alex Umana wants Flores to keep grinding.
Just the background noise sounds beautiful! keep grinding coach
— Alex Umana (@alexdeadhead) March 22, 2023
duffyboy has best wishes for the boxing coach in his recovery.
Best wishes in your recovery 🥊
— duffyboy (@lewiselleutd) March 21, 2023
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