Rampage Jackson’s Son Denies Assault Charges in Court
Raja Jackson, the son of former MMA champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, has denied assault charges in court. This follows an incident during a professional wrestling event in Los Angeles in August.
Details of the Assault Incident
During the KnokX event, Raja Jackson, aged 25, was involved in a confrontation with fellow wrestler Stuart Smith, known as Syko Stu. The incident escalated when Raja slammed Smith to the ground and continued to strike him after he appeared unconscious. Other wrestlers had to intervene to restrain him.
Court Proceedings
Raja Jackson pleaded not guilty to felony battery causing serious bodily injury and misdemeanor battery. His arraignment occurred on a Thursday, where he faced significant legal implications.
- Felony battery charges could result in up to four years in state prison.
- The Los Angeles District Attorney is pursuing enhancements that may increase the maximum sentence to seven years.
His next court appearance is scheduled for November 24.
Background of the Incident
Prior to the violent encounter, a livestream showed Raja expressing a desire for revenge against Smith, following an earlier altercation where Smith reportedly hit him with a beer can. Smith has since revealed that he suffered multiple injuries, including:
- Jaw injuries
- A serious head injury
- A laceration to his lip
- Lost teeth
Legal and Familial Reactions
Raja Jackson was arrested in September and released on $50,000 bail. His father, Quinton Jackson, a well-known figure in MMA, has publicly condemned his son’s actions in interviews and on social media. This incident continues to attract attention in the combat sports community.
