Private security contractor Tim Kennedy reportedly shot three times in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Tim Kennedy, a former mixed-martial-arts competitor, is said to have been shot three times while employed as a private security contractor in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Details about the incident, including the circumstances of the attack and Kennedy's condition, have not been released. No official statements from authorities or Kennedy's representatives have been provided at this time.

"I’m grateful for the outpouring of support and am focusing on recovery," a spokesperson for Kennedy reportedly said in a brief comment to media outlets.

The report comes amid ongoing security challenges in the region, where armed groups and criminal activity have frequently targeted foreign workers.