Strikeforce heavyweight prospect fighting for life

Strikeforce heavyweight fighter Lavar Johnson has been hospitalized and is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times on Saturday.

The indicent occurred at a family reunion/Independence Day celebration in Bakersfield, according to The Bakersfield Californian.

Five victims were found with gunshot wounds when police arrived on the scene. Anthony Mack Johnson was pronounced dead on the scene.

“It’s such an unfortunate situation,” Strikeforce Director of Communications Mike Afromowitz told MMAjunkie.com. “Lavar is an amazing fighter, and he is also one of the nicest guys you could ever meet.”

“We’re not sure exactly what happened, but we know Lavar is fighting for his life right now in a local hospital,” Afromowitz said. “Obviously we’re hoping for the best for Lavar and his family.”

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