There is no immediate indication that Jones' retirement is related to the latest charge. Jones' lawyer, Christopher Dodd, released a statement on Monday firing back at the charges and accusing the Albuquerque Police Department of "improper" targeting of his client.

Jon Jones has announced a new business position shortly after retiring from pro MMA competition in controversial fashion.

Jon Jones is officially retired from MMA, with his retirement announced by Dana White during the UFC Baku post-event press conference on Saturday. While his departure from the sport was marred by accusations of ducking and a prolonged period of inactivity,