Justin Eilers was a mixed martial arts fighter and former Ultimate Fighting Championship fighter. Eilers was killed on the night of December 25, 2008, at the home of an acquaintance in Canyon County, Idaho. According to Eiler's manager, Monte Cox, Eilers' was at a Christmas get together with relatives when he and his ex-girlfriend began arguing. Eilers' was asked to leave the house but allegedly began throwing dishes. The home owner then shot Eilers in the chest.Sherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
James Robert Malec, who is believed to be Eilers' mother's boyfriend, was arrested and charged with second degree murder. Eilers' ex-girlfriend, young son, and mother were also said to have been at the family gathering.Sherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Native of Boise, Idaho
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Shot and killed on December 26, 2006
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Was at a gathering with several family members for a Christmas get together at the time of the incidentSherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Was asked to leave by the homeownerSherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Reportedly refused to leave and was whot in the chestSherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Pronounced dead on the scene by emergency medical respondersSherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Homeowner arrested and charged with second degree murderSherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Shooter is believed to be Eilers' mother's boyfriendSherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
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Mixed martial arts fighter and former UFC contender
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Fought for the UFC heavyweight championship against Andrei Arlovski in June 2005Sherdog.com: Eilers Shot Dead (December 26, 2008)
