Light heavyweight Anthony Johnson has been reinstated with the UFC after a Florida domestic case was dismissed, the promotion today announced. “The dismissal of the case, along with an independent investigation that was commissioned by the UFC organization, brings closure to this matter for Johnson and allows him to return to competition in the UFC,” the promotion wrote in a prepared statement. “As a result, UFC officials are exploring options for Johnson’s next fight to take place early next year.” Belinda Kelly, the alleged mother of two of Johnson’s children, this past week voluntarily dismissed an order for protection from the fighter in a Palm Beach court. MMAjunkie today obtained a copy of the dismissal, which stated that on Oct. 29, Kelly “appeared at the hearing but desires to voluntarily dismiss this action.” Johnson was suspended two months ago by the UFC pending an investigation when Kelly filed an injunction for protection against domestic violence. His lawyer denied any wrongdoing by the fighter.
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Civil case against Anthony Johnson dismissed in Florida, UFC clears fighter to return – MMA Junkie