A retired UFC champ was detained at the Atlanta airport this week. Officers say they found him noisy and trembling, then saw him confront an officer. Recorded video show Poirier refusing orders and declining to cooperate. He went straight to jail after that.
Poirier told people he needs help. He also admitted he felt at risk of self-harm. News teams describe it as a drinking problem. The arrest comes after fans already worried about him.
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