B.J. Penn Faces Sixth Arrest This Year

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Former UFC champion B.J. Penn faced his sixth arrest in 2025, following an incident on November 4. Police in Hawaii Island took him into custody after a reported assault that occurred early that morning.

B.J. Penn’s Latest Arrest Details

Law enforcement officials arrested the 46-year-old fighter on charges of third-degree assault. He was later released on a $1,000 bail. The incident began around 1 a.m. when police responded to a call regarding an assault at a residence on Kanoa Street in Hilo.

According to police reports, a 45-year-old male victim stated that Penn assaulted him by punching and kicking multiple times. After escaping, the victim sought medical attention at Hilo Benioff Medical Center.

By 11:50 a.m., officers found Penn on Lehua Street in Hilo and took him into custody without any resistance.

Previous Legal Problems

This incident marks the latest in a series of troubling events for Penn in 2025. His previous arrests have primarily involved allegations of domestic abuse, including incidents with his mother, Lorraine Shin. Shin filed a restraining order against her son amid claims of psychological abuse and drastic behavioral changes.

Shin reported that upon returning from a trip, she discovered her belongings missing from her bedroom.
She also claimed that Penn tampered with her home security system and removed her mail.
During a confrontation, she alleged that Penn physically assaulted her, prompting her to call for help.
A judge granted a temporary restraining order following Shin’s petitions, which remains effective until May 26, 2026.

Mental Health Concerns

In her appeal for the restraining order, Shin suggested that her son might be suffering from Capgras delusional syndrome. This rare psychiatric condition leads individuals to believe that their loved ones have been replaced by imposters.

Shin stated that she was concerned for her safety and requested additional support for Penn, including mandatory mental health treatment. In recent developments, a judge has paused legal proceedings against him, pending a mental health evaluation to assess his fitness for trial.