Former UFC champion Conor McGregor is facing a civil lawsuit filed by a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her during Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Miami's Kaseya Center on June 9, 2023.
Allegations Detailed in the Lawsuit
The plaintiff, a 49-year-old Wall Street executive, claims that McGregor forcibly led her into a bathroom where he attempted to engage in non-consensual sexual acts. She alleges that McGregor's security personnel prevented her friend from intervening during the incident.
Legal Proceedings and Responses
The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, accuses McGregor of battery and the Miami Heat organization and Kaseya Center staff of gross negligence for allegedly allowing McGregor to consume excessive alcohol and failing to provide adequate security. The plaintiff is seeking over $75,000 in damages to cover medical treatment and other related costs.
McGregor's attorney, Barbara Llanes, has denied the allegations, describing them as "false" and anticipates the case will be dismissed.
Previous Investigations and Related Cases
Authorities initially investigated the allegations following the 2023 incident but did not file criminal charges due to insufficient evidence.
This lawsuit emerges shortly after a separate civil case in Ireland, where a jury awarded significant damages to a woman who claimed McGregor assaulted her in 2018.
Implications for McGregor's Career
Conor McGregor, known for his achievements in mixed martial arts, has not competed in the UFC since 2021. Despite these legal challenges, UFC President Dana White has hinted at McGregor's potential return to the sport in Autumn 2025.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case underscores the serious nature of the allegations against McGregor and the broader implications for public figures facing such accusations.