Former UFC Champion Cain Velasquez Granted Parole and Released
Cain Velasquez, the former UFC heavyweight champion, has been granted parole after serving 11 months in prison. His incarceration was tied to an incident involving an alleged attempt to shoot a man accused of molesting a family member.
Cain Velasquez Released from Prison
On a recent Sunday, Velasquez was welcomed home with open arms and a mariachi band. Video footage shared on social media captured the emotional moment he reunited with his children after his release from a California prison.
Details of the Incident
In February 2022, Velasquez was involved in a shooting incident that targeted Harry Goularte, who faced allegations of molesting Velasquez’s four-year-old son. Following this incident, Velasquez pled no contest to charges related to the shooting.
Legal Proceedings
- Date of Shooting: February 2022
- Charges Against Goularte: Felony charge of lewd acts with a minor
- Cain’s Sentence: Five years, with credit given for time served and house arrest
During his time in prison, Cain received support from the UFC organization. Notably, UFC CEO Dana White described him as a “model example of how a professional athlete should carry himself” in a court letter.
Future Steps
In addition to his criminal case, Velasquez has reportedly filed a civil lawsuit against Goularte, indicating his ongoing quest for justice for his family. The former champion’s focus now shifts to reuniting with his family and moving forward after an arduous year.
