Tim Kennedy Update: UFC Fighter in Walter Reed After Being Shot Congo

Former UFC fighter and ex-Green Beret Tim Kennedy was wounded in an ambush in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in mid-September, according to Reuters citing anonymous sources.

Kennedy suffered three gunshot wounds to the leg and is being treated at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Washington, three sources told the news outlet. The attack, reportedly involving Blackwater founder Erik Prince's forces, left about 20 people dead or wounded.

Republican Representative Derrick Van Orden said late Sunday that he had spoken with Kennedy.

"I am asking everyone to pray for his healing and that his wonderful family find Peace," Van Orden wrote on X.

This is a developing story and will be updated with more information.

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