It’s been well over a month since the son of UFC legend Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson, Raja Jackson, attacked army veteran and pro wrestler Stuart Smith, aka ‘Syko Stu.’ The incident unfolded during a Knokx Pro Wrestling event in Sun Valley, California, where Jackson slammed and punched Syko Stu over 20 times in the head after Smith struck him with a beer can backstage in a scripted misunderstanding.
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The attack was broadcast on a Kick livestream, showing Smith being knocked unconscious during the ordeal. He was later rushed to a hospital, where doctors revealed the extent of his severe injuries. Meanwhile, Jackson was arrested following an investigation by the Los Angeles police. Since then, several developments have unfolded in the case. Here’s everything you need to know about Smith’s current condition and Jackson’s whereabouts.
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Syko Stu’s Current Health Status: Recovery Journey After the Raja Jackson Attack
As of the time of writing, Stuart Smith continues to recover after the brutal attack. Initially, after being admitted to the hospital, his brother Andrew revealed Syko Stu was “stable but in critical care” and “does have some recollection of events from the day of the attack.” However, he was later allowed to go home and continue his recovery.
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Fellow wrestler Douglas Malo, who helped pull Jackson off Smith, told TMZ Sports on October 10 that he doubts Stu will ever wrestle again. “I don’t even think it would be smart at this point,” Malo told the news outlet. Malo added that Smith had “already been dealing with the effects of a lifelong career on the mats.”
Despite the seriousness of the injuries, Smith is said to be conscious and resting. Malo shared that an upcoming wrestling event will honor Stu, saying, “I can’t wait to hug the guy… that’ll give me some closure.” This begs the question: how serious were Stu’s injuries?
Details of Injuries: Head Trauma, Facial Fractures, and Hospitalization
The attack left Stu with multiple serious injuries. The wrestler was unconscious upon his arrival at the ER and later revealed he sustained trauma to the upper and lower jaws, along with a laceration to his upper lip. Doctors confirmed a fracture to the maxilla bone, which led to the loss of several teeth.
According to the National Library of Medicine, “the maxilla… contributes to the formation of the oral and nasal cavities and the orbit,” and damage to it can impair speech, breathing, and chewing. That said, what about Raja Jackson? What’s the latest update on Jackson’s arrest and legal consequences?
Legal Proceedings: Raja Jackson’s Charges and Court Updates
The 25-year-old son of Rampage Jackson was initially arrested in September and released on $50,000 bail. According to Los Angeles County court records, Jackson faces one felony count of battery causing serious bodily injury and one misdemeanor count of battery. He has pleaded not guilty to charges related to his violent attack on Syko Stu.
Raja Jackson has been officially charged for his attack on wrestler Syko Stu in August.
He’s facing one felony and one misdemeanor battery count with a maximum sentence of 7 years in prison. #rajajackson #mma pic.twitter.com/TiR8OlESEj
— MMA UNCENSORED (@MMAUNCENSORED1) October 8, 2025
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Prosecutors assigned to the case have filed an enhancement, which could help send Jackson to prison for seven years if he is convicted. Jackson’s lawyer, Michael Freedman, has confirmed Jackson’s not-guilty plea in the incident, but didn’t want to share his own comments on the case. Jackson’s preliminary hearing is set for November 24 at the San Fernando Courthouse.
It appears Stuart Smith is on his way to recovery, even though wrestling might not be in his future. In the meantime, Raja Jackson is staring down the barrel of a seven-year prison sentence if convicted. Do you think the court will deliver justice?
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