UFC veteran charged with child abuse for allegedly head-butting daughter

UFC veteran Tim Means was arrested and charged with child abuse in New Mexico on Wednesday, according to the Albuquerque Journal.

According to the police report, police were called to Means’ residence on Monday, Apr. 21. His 17-year-old daughter is reported to have made the call, after he allegedly head-butted and punched her during an argument about chores. She also alleges that grabbed her throat in a “strangulating manner.”

“Let it be known that there were visible hand and red marks on [the teen’s] neck, indicating she was strangled,” the complaint reads.

“There was blood on and in her nose where she was head-butted and several red marks indicated she was hit in the face and on her cheek.”

Means has reportedly been released from custody.

Tim Means’ long run in the UFC

Means last fought in October 2025, when he was submitted by Court McGee. It was his fifth loss in six fights, as he’s also experienced recent setbacks against Kevin Holland, Max Griffin, Alex Morono, and Uros Medic. His latest win occurred in 2023, when he defeated Andre Fialho by TKO.

Means first joined the UFC roster in 2012. After a 2-2 run in the Octagon, he parted ways with the promotion. He then returned to the promotion in 2014, and has kept his place on the roster since then. Highlights of his resume include wins over John Howard, Thiago Alves, Mike Perry, and Nicolas Dalby. His overall record with the promotion sits at 14-15, with one no contest. His pro record stands at 33-17-1 (1).

Stay tuned for updates on his legal troubles.