Deontay Wilder Denies ‘Brutally’ Beating Minor

Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has denied allegations of physically abusing Kerron Swift, the son of his former fiancée Telli Swift. In legal filings obtained by TMZ, Wilder rejected claims of assault, battery, false imprisonment, and emotional distress, arguing that any injuries sustained by Kerron were caused by pre-existing conditions or unrelated events.

Kerron previously alleged that Wilder struck him when he was 13, beat him with a belt, and grabbed him by the throat. The legal battle continues amid the broader fallout from Wilder's split with Telli Swift, who sought a temporary restraining order in 2024, even as Wilder prepares for potential high-profile bouts in his boxing career.