Berlanga Arrested On Felony Aggravated Battery Charge

Edgar Berlanga was arrested on a felony aggravated battery charge, ESPN reports.

The middleweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super middleweight contender also faces one count of misdemeanor battery, according to the outlet. No details about the incident, arrest location, or timing have been disclosed.

What Berlanga's Legal Trouble Means For His Career

Berlanga, who fought Canelo Alvarez in September 2024, has not publicly commented on the charges. His team has not issued a statement.

The arrest comes at a critical juncture for the Brooklyn native, who was expected to pursue high-profile fights after the Canelo bout raised his profile. Legal proceedings could delay any scheduled training camp or promotional commitments.

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• ESPN Boxing — Berlanga arrested, facing felony aggravated battery charge