Yuriorkis Gamboa (30-5, 18 KOs) has been under arrest since the beginning of the year and was only able to be released on bail on Wednesday. The Olympic champion and former world champion among professionals in three weight categories knocked down a man to death. The fact that the road was unlit, and he himself was not under the influence of any prohibited substances served in favor of the Cuban. The tragic event happened on the eve of the New Year.
Now Gamboa has been released from detention, is awaiting trial at his home in Cuba and cannot leave the country. His manager Jesse Rodriguez confirmed that the former champion is awaiting a hearing date set by the prosecution.
“It has been proven that my ward is in no way to blame for this incident. He was driving along a dark road when a pedestrian suddenly appeared in front of his car. This is confirmed by eyewitness accounts and reconstruction of events,” says Rodriguez.
The Cuban lost his last three fights in the pro ring. His last victory was in July 2019 when he knocked out Roman Martinez in the second round.
