Jared Anderson: A Rising Boxing Star’s Legal Troubles

Jared Anderson, the unbeaten heavyweight star, has found himself in hot water outside of the ring. The 24-year-old, known as “Big Baby”, has recently been involved in legal troubles that have raised questions about his future in the sport.

On November 6, 2023, Anderson was arrested for improperly handling firearms in a vehicle while under the influence and operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. He was held for eight hours before being released. The following month, the OVI charge was dropped, and Anderson pleaded no contest to improperly handling firearms in a motor vehicle, receiving a fine and a suspended sentence.

However, the troubles did not end there for Anderson. On March 2, 2024, he was charged with fleeing a police officer after leading them on a high-speed chase in his orange Dodge Challenger. The heavyweight contender reached speeds over 130mph before eventually being taken into custody and released on bond.

Anderson took to social media to apologize to his family and fans, acknowledging that he needs to make better decisions moving forward. Despite these legal issues, Anderson is set to face Ryad Merhy in a bout in Corpus Christi on April 13.

The outcome of Anderson’s legal troubles could have a significant impact on his boxing career. If found guilty, he could face jail time, fines, and the revocation of his driving license. It remains to be seen how these legal issues will affect Anderson’s future in the sport, but one thing is clear – he will need to make better decisions both inside and outside of the ring to reach his full potential as a fighter.