The following is an article from Sherdog.com:
Report: Persey Positive for Methamphetamine
Saturday, June 09, 2007
by Sherdog.com Staff
Heavyweight Tim Persey of Irvine, Calif., tested positive for methamphetamine following his stoppage loss to Jonathan Wiezorek last Saturday, the Los Angeles Times reported.
Persey, who was a replacement for Antonio Silva 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.
Persey has 60 days to appeal the fine and suspension.
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