The devil is really in the details here, a lot which we do not not know yet. Things could swing either way, based on what actually happened here.
Most people here aren't condoning violence. I do think it lessens culpability if someone has been provoked, as does the law, which allows for lighter sentences for people who have been provoked into violence.
I'm reserving judgement until I actually see what happened. If the guy was waiting outside, after being thrown out of the bar, and physically approached McKenna in an aggressive manner, I'd say McKenna's actions were likely totally justified. Obviously, they become less justified as the other party's actions become less aggressive.
I am pretty alarmed by the extent of the injuries here. Although maybe McKenna just throws a mean punch, and people shouldn't pick fights with soon to be professional athletes?
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