Former UFC star and ESPN analyst Anthony Smith attempted to run over his wife and threatened to kill [lZ9ddJciq8h]
Former UFC star and ESPN analyst Anthony Smith attempted to run over his wife and threatened to kill her prior to his arrest this week, prosecutors claimed during Wednesday's bond hearing in Sarpy County, Nebraska. The 38-year-old was in court on three felony charges following Sunday's alleged incident with his wife, Mikhala Renee Newman. A judge in the case has issued a strict no-contact order, barring Smith from reaching out to Newman. 'It is alleged that on July 26, 2026, the defendant was involved in an altercation with his wife at a bar in Gretna, Neb., during which he reportedly threatened to kill her if she did not get into his vehicle and go home with him,' read the statement. 'He is further accused of grabbing and pushing her inside the vehicle. 'At one point, during the drive, she was able to exit the vehicle,' the statement continued. 'The defendant allegedly continued making threats, demanding that she get back inside the vehicle. 'After arriving home, she again exited the vehicle. Investigators allege that the defendant attempted multiple times to use the vehicle to strike her. The defendant's wife was able to get out of the way and avoid any physical harm.' Miraculously, Smith's wife was unharmed. 📷 Sarpy County Jail / Getty Images #ufc #mma #crime #news #sports