Delray Beach Bare Knuckle Fighter Georgio Poullas Arrested on Felony Aggravated Battery Charge

Georgio Poullas, a bare knuckle fighter who has been active on the BKFC circuit, was arrested in the early morning hours of June 6, 2026, by the Delray Beach Police Department.

According to booking records from Palm Beach County, Poullas was booked at 3:55 a.m. under booking number 2026014980 and faces one charge of aggravated battery causing bodily harm or disability, a felony offense under Florida Statute 784.045.

The arrest was made by Delray Beach law enforcement, and court records show his original bond was set at $0.00 at the time of booking. As with all arrests, Poullas is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. No further details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged incident have been made public at this time.

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Fighter Known for His Presence in the BKFC World

Poullas had been making a name for himself in the bare knuckle fighting community through his involvement with the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, one of the fastest growing combat sports organizations in the country.

Just prior to his arrest, he had been spotted at BKFC Hollywood, where he sat down with CombatLoopMMA for a post-event interview. In the clip, which circulated on social media, Poullas discussed the night’s action and what lay ahead for him in the sport. The video gave fans a glimpse of a fighter who appeared to be building momentum in his career.

His Facebook profile also reflects a fighter engaged with the combat sports world, connected to BKFC and affiliated media outlets. Those close to the sport in South Florida had been watching his progress, making the news of his arrest all the more surprising to followers who had seen the interview footage just days earlier.

What Comes Next

Aggravated battery causing bodily harm or disability is a second-degree felony in Florida, carrying potential penalties of up to 15 years in prison, 15 years of probation, and a $10,000 fine, depending on the circumstances and the outcome of prosecution. The zero dollar bond figure listed at booking may reflect a hold pending a first appearance hearing, which typically takes place within 24 hours of arrest in Florida counties.

Palm Beach County booking records are public information under Florida law, and the arrest details were shared through local community awareness pages that regularly post such records sourced directly from county detention facilities.

Under Florida Statute 901.43, individuals may request removal of booking photos under certain conditions, though arrest records themselves remain public unless sealed or expunged by court order.

As of publication, no further statements have been issued by Poullas, his legal representation, or BKFC regarding the arrest. NewsBreak will continue to follow this story as court proceedings develop and more information becomes available through public records.