Pro wrestler Stuart Smith, known as “Syko Stu,” remains on the long road to recovery after an attack at a KnokX Pro Wrestling event in Los Angeles last month.
The assailant was Raja Jackson, son of former UFC champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, who livestreamed the incident on the KICK video platform, as previously reported by The Dallas Express.
Video footage shows Jackson entering the ring uninvited, slamming Smith onto the mat, and repeatedly punching him until other wrestlers intervened. Smith sustained severe head trauma, a fractured jaw, a lacerated lip, and the loss of several teeth, according to a Facebook post from him and his wife.
Smith, a military veteran, has returned home from a lengthy hospital stay and is now able to communicate with family and friends, though doctors warn his recovery will take months.
“Stuart has been released from the hospital and is now home resting,” the post said. “He sustained a serious head injury and was unconscious upon arrival at the ER. His injuries include trauma to both the upper and lower jaws, a laceration to his upper lip, and a fracture to the maxilla bone, which unfortunately resulted in the loss of several teeth. He has a long road of recovery ahead, but he remains in good spirits.”
No Arrests, Ongoing Investigation
Despite the video evidence and the seriousness of the injuries, Jackson has not been arrested or publicly addressed the incident.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed an investigation into felony battery, but no charges had been filed as of Tuesday. The lack of action has fueled frustration among fans and the wrestling community, many of whom are questioning why accountability has not followed despite the footage.
Rampage Jackson Responds
Raja’s father, Rampage Jackson posted on social media after the incident, calling his son a “POS” and admitting he went too far during the event.
He also suggested the confrontation escalated after Smith struck Raja with a beer can before the fight, adding that his son had shown concussion symptoms from sparring days earlier.
Fallout for KnokX Pro Wrestling
KnokX Pro Wrestling, the company behind the event, has faced fallout since the attack. Students are reportedly leaving, and WWE has cut ties with the school, removing its official affiliation, according to Sports Illustrated.
Douglas Malo, a longtime wrestler and mentor at KnokX, said an overhaul of the academy was coming while voicing support for promoter Rikishi.
Community Support
Smith’s wife, Contessa Patterson, launched a GoFundMe to cover medical expenses and lost income during his recovery.
“We are deeply grateful for all the love and support we’ve received during this time,” the family said. “Thank you to everyone who has contributed — whether through donations, food, flowers, or gifts. Your kindness means more than words can express.”
Donations had topped $219,000 as of press time, with messages of support from fans and wrestlers worldwide.
Calls for Accountability
The case has raised broader questions among fans about accountability in combat sports and wrestling events.
Fans and wrestlers have pointed out that when staged violence crosses into real injury, the line between performance and assault blurs. Many are asking why repercussions have not followed since Jackson livestreamed his attack on “Syko Stu.”
As Smith continues his recovery, fans and the wrestling community are asking how long it will take before Raja Jackson faces consequences.
The footage exists, the injuries are documented, and the outrage is widespread, but no legal consequences have followed.