Accused in Aniah Blanchard Murder Set for Trial
Briefly

Ibraheem Yazeed has been accused of kidnapping and murdering Aniah Blanchard, which is set for trial on March 2, 2026. If convicted, he could face the death penalty. The case has faced multiple delays since Blanchard's tragic disappearance in 2019. Charges include capital murder arising from a kidnapping and robbery. Walt Harris, Blanchard's stepfather, and his wife advocated for Aniah's Law in Alabama, which restricts bail for serious offenses. Harris was recently suspended from the UFC for four years due to violations of anti-doping regulations.
Ibraheem Yazeed is accused of kidnapping and murdering Aniah Blanchard, which has led to a trial date set for March 2, 2026, where he faces the death penalty.
Multiple delays have extended the legal process since Blanchard's tragic disappearance in 2019, while Harris and his wife promoted Aniah's Law in Alabama.
Charges against Yazeed include capital murder during a kidnapping and robbery, and all charges carry the potential for a death penalty if convicted.
Walt Harris was removed from the UFC roster due to a multi-year suspension for banned substances, impacting his eligibility to fight until 2027.
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