BJ Penn claims family murdered, replaced by imposters in disturbing posts

Former UFC champion B.J. Penn has made a series of alarming social media posts, claiming his family members have been murdered and replaced by imposters. The Hall of Famer urged Hawaii police to investigate, warning of a conspiracy targeting him and his property.
B.J. Penn, a former two-division UFC champion and Hall of Fame inductee, posted a series of concerning messages on Instagram alleging his mother and brothers were murdered and replaced by imposters.
In a direct plea to the Hilo Police Department, Penn named his mother Lorraine Shin and brothers Jay Dee, Reagan, and Kalani Mamazuka as victims, asking law enforcement to intervene.
'Hilo Police Department I need your help. My mother… my brothers… we're all murdered and I need you to investigate,' wrote Penn.
He continued to share his fears in multiple posts, stating that individuals he believes to be imposters are attempting to 'steal everything from his family.'
In one post, Penn expressed fear of legal consequences if he acts against these individuals, noting, 'If I harm any of these people… I go to jail… If they harm me, nothing will happen to them.'
Penn also called on former training partners and police officers within the martial arts community to assist, asking, 'Are you guys gonna help me?'
The 45-year-old last competed in the UFC in 2019, suffering a loss to Clay Guida at UFC 237. He was released from the promotion shortly after, having ended his career with seven straight defeats.
Despite a difficult final stretch in the Octagon, Penn remains a revered figure in MMA history, known for his lightweight and welterweight title reigns.
Authorities have not publicly commented on Penn's allegations. Concerns are growing online regarding his mental well-being as the situation develops.

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