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Yahoo
10-06-2025
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Teen pleads guilty for role in attempted car theft turned fatal shooting
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A teenager pleaded guilty for his role in an attempted car theft that resulted in a fatal shooting in December 2023. Investigators say Zane Dougherty was 16-years-old at the time of the incident. Story continues below New Mexico Crime Files: Grocery store worker hands out semen-tainted yogurt Film: These productions were filmed at White Sands. Have you seen them? New Mexico News Insiders: Who Will Fix New Mexico's Mental Health Problems? News: Governor's Office: Operation Zia Shield is different than situation in California Court documents claim Dougherty, along with, Andres Pedroza, Juanito Montoya, and Yaquez McKenzie attempted to break into Adrian Vallejos' car outside his home in southwest Albuquerque. Documents claim Vallejos confronted the teens while they were attempting to break into his car and they opened fire, killing Vallejos. Dougherty pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit aggravated burglary with a deadly weapon and conspiracy to commit robbery. He faces up to four-and-a-half years in custody of CYD when sentenced. His sentencing is expected to take place in July. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-03-2025
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UFC prospect Kevin Vallejos surprised by MMA fanbase's high interest in his young career
UFC debutants, more often than not, go unnoticed – or at least generate low interest among the general MMA fan base. However, 23-year-old rookie Kevin Vallejos was one of the big attractions at UFC Fight Night 254 this past Saturday. Vallejos (15-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) lived up to his hype with a first-round TKO win over SeungWoo Choi in a highly anticipated debut in Las Vegas. The Argentinian generated a lot of expectations ahead of his first trip to the octagon, as he had viciously put away his opponent in the first round at Dana White Contender Series in September. The win earned him a contract with the promotion. "The truth is that the level of attention surprises me because there were big expectations and a lot of people were talking about it," Vallejos told Hablemos MMA in Spanish. "I don't know why. I'm still surprised at the amount of people that have sent me messages and how many posts are out there about me debuting. But the truth is that I'm very happy about it because it speaks to the work that I've been doing every fight, just trying to show that I'm made for the UFC and up to the level to compete in the division." Vallejos is also the only man who's been able to go the distance with Jean Silva, who's been running through the UFC featherweight division. Vallejos and Silva had a wild battle at DWCS in 2023. Silva moved into the UFC, while Vallejos suffered his first and only defeat and had to go back to the regional scene, where pick up two more TKO wins before earning another shot at DWCS. The tough fight with Silva, plus his finishing style, has been key in drawing interest this early in his UFC run. "I think it's because of the performances that Jean Silva is having – that's helping me," Vallejos said. "The fact that he went three rounds with me and then after that he's finishing everybody in the first – I think it's due to that, I think. "Maybe I do have a style that people like – I don't know. To be honest, I've never thought about it. I'm just happy that people are supporting me and showing me love, so the why doesn't matter. I just care about the support and the trust people have put on me." Being in the UFC, having a lot of attention, and fighting could be a lot to a 23-year-old. However, Vallejos doesn't feel pressured by it, but motivated. "I like it because it makes me think, 'OK, there's a lot of people behind me. I can't let them down. I have to show up,'" Vallejos said. "You also have to learn how to handle it all with your work with your psychologist, your team – you're able to properly handle the pressure." Michael Bisping sympathizes with Tom Aspinall, tells UFC champ Jon Jones to 'hurry up or retire' Video: What's the excitement level for UFC Fight Night 255, Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady? Video: UFC Fight Night 255 ceremonial weigh-ins live stream (2 p.m. ET) This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC prospect Kevin Vallejos surprised by MMA fanbase's high interest in his young career
USA Today
21-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
UFC prospect Kevin Vallejos surprised by MMA fanbase's high interest in his young career
UFC debutants, more often than not, go unnoticed – or at least generate low interest among the general MMA fan base. However, 23-year-old rookie Kevin Vallejos was one of the big attractions at UFC Fight Night 254 this past Saturday. Vallejos (15-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) lived up to his hype with a first-round TKO win over SeungWoo Choi in a highly anticipated debut in Las Vegas. The Argentinian generated a lot of expectations ahead of his first trip to the octagon, as he had viciously put away his opponent in the first round at Dana White Contender Series in September. The win earned him a contract with the promotion. 'The truth is that the level of attention surprises me because there were big expectations and a lot of people were talking about it,' Vallejos told Hablemos MMA in Spanish. 'I don't know why. I'm still surprised at the amount of people that have sent me messages and how many posts are out there about me debuting. But the truth is that I'm very happy about it because it speaks to the work that I've been doing every fight, just trying to show that I'm made for the UFC and up to the level to compete in the division.' Vallejos is also the only man who's been able to go the distance with Jean Silva, who's been running through the UFC featherweight division. Vallejos and Silva had a wild battle at DWCS in 2023. Silva moved into the UFC, while Vallejos suffered his first and only defeat and had to go back to the regional scene, where pick up two more TKO wins before earning another shot at DWCS. The tough fight with Silva, plus his finishing style, has been key in drawing interest this early in his UFC run. 'I think it's because of the performances that Jean Silva is having – that's helping me,' Vallejos said. 'The fact that he went three rounds with me and then after that he's finishing everybody in the first – I think it's due to that, I think. 'Maybe I do have a style that people like – I don't know. To be honest, I've never thought about it. I'm just happy that people are supporting me and showing me love, so the why doesn't matter. I just care about the support and the trust people have put on me.' Being in the UFC, having a lot of attention, and fighting could be a lot to a 23-year-old. However, Vallejos doesn't feel pressured by it, but motivated. 'I like it because it makes me think, 'OK, there's a lot of people behind me. I can't let them down. I have to show up,'' Vallejos said. 'You also have to learn how to handle it all with your work with your psychologist, your team – you're able to properly handle the pressure.'
Yahoo
16-03-2025
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Kevin Vallejos predicts Jean Silva rematch will happen for UFC title
LAS VEGAS – Kevin Vallejos beat SeungWoo Choi with a first-round TKO Saturday to open up the main card at UFC Fight Night 254 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Take a look inside the fight with Vallejos, whose lone loss came on DWCS to current UFC prospect Jean Silva – whom he called out. Result: Kevin Vallejos def. SeungWoo Choi via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 3:09 Updated records: Vallejos (15-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC), Choi (11-8 MMA, 4-7 UFC) Key stats: Vallejos has 13 of his 15 wins by stoppage, including 11 knockouts. "I honestly don't remember anything from the fight. I don't remember if I won in the first round, second round, w hat hand I hit him with – I don't know. I was in (another world). Then I looked around and everyone was so happy, so I was like, 'Oh, I guess we did something good.'" Tweets by ElChinoVallejos "One of my dreams truly is to be able to have the resources to open a gym in Argentina and do my full camps there. And not just that, but also be able to help other people in Argentina so we can develop (more fighters). "This new generation of Argentinians coming in like myself, they're being seen ina. different way. I'd compare it to maybe the previous generation – Santiago Ponzinibbio, (Guido) 'Ninja' Cannetti. When they fought, I think people in Argentina looked at them as just people locking themselves in a cage and beating each other up. Now I think people seees the growth of the UFC as a new sport. I'm seeing a lot more newspapers, a lot more media covering MMA with this new generation of Argentinians." "I started feeling like a UFC fighter after my first loss ever to Jean Silva on the Contenders Series. I see him and how he's destroying everyone, and I was able to fight three rounds with him and even win a round. I was feeling like a UFC fighter there, and it showed me I do have what it takes to be here. "It's super impressive. On top of it, I've spoken to Jean Silva. I've spoken to his team, and they're absolutely great people. They deserve everything they're achieving. ... He's going to get his belt, and I'm happy for him. But I want my rematch. I want to fight against the best fighters, and he's the best. I want to show that I'm the best. He's going to win the title, and I'm going to take it from him." To hear more from Vallejos, check out the video of the full post-fight interview above. For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie's event hub for UFC Fight Night 254. UFC Fight Night 254: Best photos from Las Vegas UFC Fight Night 254: Official scorecards from Las Vegas This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Kevin Vallejos predicts Jean Silva rematch will happen for UFC title
USA Today
16-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Kevin Vallejos predicts Jean Silva rematch will happen for UFC title
LAS VEGAS – Kevin Vallejos beat SeungWoo Choi with a first-round TKO Saturday to open up the main card at UFC Fight Night 254 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Take a look inside the fight with Vallejos, whose lone loss came on DWCS to current UFC prospect Jean Silva – whom he called out. Kevin Vallejos def. SeungWoo Choi Result: Kevin Vallejos def. SeungWoo Choi via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 3:09 Updated records: Vallejos (15-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC), Choi (11-8 MMA, 4-7 UFC) Key stats: Vallejos has 13 of his 15 wins by stoppage, including 11 knockouts. Vallejos on the fight's key moment 'I honestly don't remember anything from the fight. I don't remember if I won in the first round, second round, w hat hand I hit him with – I don't know. I was in (another world). Then I looked around and everyone was so happy, so I was like, 'Oh, I guess we did something good.'' What a way to make your debut 👏 The 23 year old @ElChinoVallejos is leaving #UFCVegas104 with a first round TKO victory! — UFC (@ufc) March 15, 2025 Vallejos on being the latest prospect from Argentina 'One of my dreams truly is to be able to have the resources to open a gym in Argentina and do my full camps there. And not just that, but also be able to help other people in Argentina so we can develop (more fighters). 'This new generation of Argentinians coming in like myself, they're being seen ina. different way. I'd compare it to maybe the previous generation – Santiago Ponzinibbio, (Guido) 'Ninja' Cannetti. When they fought, I think people in Argentina looked at them as just people locking themselves in a cage and beating each other up. Now I think people seees the growth of the UFC as a new sport. I'm seeing a lot more newspapers, a lot more media covering MMA with this new generation of Argentinians.' Vallejos on what he wants next 'I started feeling like a UFC fighter after my first loss ever to Jean Silva on the Contenders Series. I see him and how he's destroying everyone, and I was able to fight three rounds with him and even win a round. I was feeling like a UFC fighter there, and it showed me I do have what it takes to be here. 'It's super impressive. On top of it, I've spoken to Jean Silva. I've spoken to his team, and they're absolutely great people. They deserve everything they're achieving. … He's going to get his belt, and I'm happy for him. But I want my rematch. I want to fight against the best fighters, and he's the best. I want to show that I'm the best. He's going to win the title, and I'm going to take it from him.' To hear more from Vallejos, check out the video of the full post-fight interview above. For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie's event hub for UFC Fight Night 254. Gallery UFC Fight Night 254: Best photos from Las Vegas View 130 photos
