Isiah Jones, a 28-year-old boxer from Detroit, Michigan was reportedly shot and killed by his brother following an argument on Monday per Jones’ trainer Roshawn Jones.
Originally reported by The Ring, Jones’ trainer, who is not related, confirmed that the Golden Gloves champion was shot in the head after an argument with his brother. An official report from the Detroit Police Department reported that a 28-year-old man with the same name was fatally shot by a relative at 6:26 p.m. on Monday. No other information was provided at the time.
Isiah Jones’ final professional record is 9-7 including three wins via knockout. He had an impressive amateur record of 52-2. After winning the 2016 National Golden Gloves, Jones turned professional, winning his first eight bouts under the guidance of Roshawn Jones and Kenneth Ross.
Isiah Jones Competed Inside ‘The Bubble’ at MGM Grand at the Height of the COVID-19 Pandemic
In order to bring boxing fans entertainment during the height of the pandemic in 20202, Top Rank established ‘The Bubble’ at MGM Grand in Las Vegas. A facility closed off to the media and the public, allowing fighters to compete against one another in the safest way possible.
Isiah Jones appeared inside of Top Rank’s ‘The Bubble’ three times. He was also featured on the undercard of the Canelo Alvarez vs. Callum Smith bout in 2019. On that night, Jones lost to welterweight Austin Williams.
Isaiah Jones (9-7-0) is a Pro Boxer out of Detroit, Michigan, a fellow member of Soul City Boxing and Wrestling Gym, our last fight was against Roy jones jr Promotion Team! Isaiah, Lost his life yesterday in a tragic event! Please keep his family in your prayers @trboxing pic.twitter.com/ekZQRxcUir
— Roshawn Jones (@Roshawn_Jones) September 20, 2022
