MMA fighter Isaiah Chapman shot dead outside his Akron home
Bellator MMA fighter, Isaiah “The Beast” Chapman, 30, has died after being shot outside his home in Akron, Ohio. According to the police, officers were called to Chapman’s home in the 300 block of Reed Avenue at 9:40 p.m. on April 7. Upon arriving at the scene, police found Chapman “in the street with gunshot wounds.”
The beloved fighter and family man was transported to the Summa Akron City Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
A statement from Bellator read: “Bellator is saddened by the news of Isaiah Chapman’s passing. Our deepest and most sincere condolences are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”
Fellow Bellator fighter Joseph Martin has setup a gofundme page for Chapman’s family, leaving a heartfelt message on the funding page. ~ per MSN
~ Per GoFundMe … “On April 7th, 2020 Isaiah “The Beast” Chapman was tragically taken from the world, leaving behind two daughters Faith & Aubrey, & son Isaac. Last night they lost not only their father but best friend and real-life superhero.
Isaiah was the best father for his children and was there for them every step of their lives. He was truly an example and role model to all. Isaiah had recently lived out his MMA dream by appearing in Bellator MMA. Proving that you should never give up on your dreams!
He was always such a cheerful and loving person that will be remembered forever by everyone who he ever came in contact with. Our lives will never be the same without him, and we will all certainly miss his hugs.
If you have it in your heart, we would appreciate any help for the funeral expenses and the rest will go to his family for other expenses. Please keep us all in prayers, especially his children that God may give us comfort for this unexpected loss. Funeral date, time, and location will be posted in an update.”
Police in Akron are asking anyone with any information regarding the shooting to call the detective bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip. The Summit County Crimestoppers can reached at 330-434-COPS. Text tips to TIPSCO at 274637.
For more on the tragic shooting death of Isaiah Chapman, see the video accompanying this article.
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