Kid Suffers Brain Hemorrhage and Multiple Fractures After Accident; Sean Strickland’s Training Partner & UFC Fighter Requests for Help

Chris Curtis is back on social media but this time for a noble cause. The UFC middleweight fighter is known for his ‘action-packed’ fighting style and being a training partner and friend of former middleweight champion, Sean Strickland. Curtis had quit X in 2023 in response to the back and forth between Strickland and Ian Garry which saw both men trade harsh verbal jabs online.

But a tragic accident involving a local child has drawn Curtis back to his X account where he recently shared a heartfelt plea for help from his followers and community. The post shed more light on Curtis’s softer side as he revealed his efforts to help the child’s family during this trying time.

UFC middleweight Chris Curtis shares tragic update on social media return  

Chris Curtis recently took to X, to share a heartbreaking incident involving a local child, urging the community to come together in support. The child, Rayan Kim, faced a life-altering moment on his way to school, resulting in severe injuries that have left his family in need of assistance.

In his post, Curtis stated, “Back on Twitter, because yet local kid was injured and just had his life changed in an instant as he made his way to school. This family needs help and support. Please take a look, help, and share if you can.”

Curtis also expressed his commitment to organizing fundraising efforts, including raffles for gear, to support Kim and his family during this challenging time. The outreach also extended to fellow MMA fighter Sean Strickland, as Curtis reached out stating, “I’m going to try to organize a few fundraising raffles for gear and who knows what else. @SStricklandMMA  I’m cashing in some bro points here.”

Details from the GoFundMe page shared by Curtis shed more light on the extent of Kim’s injuries, emphasizing the severe nature of the incident. The description outlined head injuries, fractures, and various traumas sustained during a bike ride to school.

The heartbreaking narrative serves as a rallying point for the community, showcasing the power of collective support in times of crisis. Curtis’ ongoing efforts to organize fundraisers while sharing the story only underscores his attempt at assisting a family going through a truly difficult time.

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His return to social media also marks a significant moment as Curtis had removed his online presence after being caught in the crossfire between Sean Strickland and Ian Garry!

Sean Strickland and Ian Garry fiasco led to Curtis’ exit from social media  

Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland had stirred up controversy with a relentless online attack on fellow fighter Ian Garry and his wife in 2023. The incidents escalated to a point where Chris Curtis, a longtime friend and teammate of Strickland, opted to delete his X account in response to the chaos!

Curtis, known for attempting to be a voice of reason in Strickland’s social media interactions, intervened by defending Garry’s unconventional lifestyle. He stated in a now-deleted tweet, “Man has a life that is unconventional to you all but it’s his life and it works for him.”

However, Strickland promptly ridiculed Curtis for his opposing viewpoint. Consequently, Curtis deactivated his Twitter account, leaving the platform temporarily and stated his displeasure with the actions of the community.

The incident highlighted the impact and unpredictability of athletes’ interactions on social media platforms, especially when emotions run high. But with Curtis now having returned to the platform for a noble cause, fans will be looking forward to once again connecting with their favorite fighter online!

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