Justin Thornton, an MMA veteran and recent bare knuckle competitor, has died after being knocked out at BKFC 20 (per Erik Kowal of MMANews). He was 39-years-old.
BKFC President David Feldman released a short statement on Thornton’s passing (per MMA Fighting). “This morning we were very saddened to be notified of the passing of one of our fighters, Justin Thornton, who competed at BKFC 20 on August 20, 2021,” Feldman said.
“We join the rest of the combat sports community in sending our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.