[old curmudgeon]

I have read that some courts take the position that a pro boxer’s fists are a deadly weapon.

I think he may have a problem unless he can convince the cops that he held back and did not use his full strength.

[Carriage Hill]

“...an onslaught of punches...”

Tyson should have put him down with one punch.

[JoSixChip]

I think he may have a problem unless he can convince the cops that he held back and did not use his full strength.

I think that is obvious. Iron Mike could have separated the guys head from his body with one puch if he wanted to. That being said, I expect the Mike is going to do serious prison time for this incident. Anger has been a problem for him all along. Plus the victim will probably separate Mike from what ever money he has left. I suspect this may be the end of Iron Mike.

[adorno]

I have read that some courts take the position that a pro boxer’s fists are a deadly weapon.

If there's a case and it goes to court, Tyson should request that it be moved to L.A., where Gascon rules.

[TribalPrincess2U]

I agree. Otherwise the ‘poor victim’ would be DOA!

[whitney69]

“I think he may have a problem unless he can convince the cops that he held back and did not use his full strength.”

No, Tyson was wrong here. The laws are very explicit with physical attacks. He could only use his fists if he was attacked and as long as he was being attacked. If the attack discontinues, he is required to escape.

There is no privilege to start a physical altercation. There is no such law allowing preemptive self defense.

wy69

[Drew68]

I think he may have a problem unless he can convince the cops that he held back and did not use his full strength.

I saw the video. Tyson was clearly holding back.

[Zack Attack]

“I think he may have a problem unless he can convince the cops that he held back and did not use his full strength.”

The guy is still alive :)