Former mixed martial artist (MMA) and film actor Oleg Taktarov, after being beaten in Mexico, turned to the people of the country. His statement is on Instagram.
Taktarov said that he was returning to Russia. “I hope the Mexicans will improve, apologize and become better, or at least like before,” wrote the former athlete.
The beating of Taktarov became known on January 22. The incident occurred in the tourist area of the Riviera Maya. It was noted that the police opened a case. The ex-athlete stated that he was beaten with a bat for 30-40 minutes, his hands were tied behind his back and handcuffed. According to him, he could not breathe, as a T-shirt was wrapped around his face.
Taktarov is known for his performances in the early tournaments of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He became the winner of one of them, defeating Tank Abbott in the final of UFC 6: Clash of the Titans in 1995.
Source: Lenta
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