Report: Persey Positive for Methamphetamine

By Jun 9, 2007
Heavyweight Tim Persey (Pictures) of Irvine, Calif., tested positive for methamphetamine following his stoppage loss to Jonathan Wiezorek (Pictures) last Saturday, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Persey, who was a replacement for Antonio Silva (Pictures) after the Brazilian fell off the FEG-promoted card due to medical concerns stemming from testing done by the California State Athletic Commission, faces a $1,000 fine and a six-month suspension.

"Mr. Persey has 30 days from the date on his suspension letter to appeal the suspension in writing and request a hearing before the California State Athletic Commission," said CSAC representative Bill Douglas.

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