Famous bull rider killed in domestic incident

Sep 13, 2022, 9:40 AM | Updated: Jan 3, 2024, 5:57 pm

Professional bull rider Demetrius Allen "Ouncie". Photo Courtesy of Professional Bull Riders.

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SALT LAKE CITY — Famous bull rider Demetrius Allen is dead after being shot and killed by his girlfriend at a Salt Lake City apartment.

Known as Ouncie Mitchell by his fans, Professional Bull Riders Commissioner described him as a talented cowboy and a familiar face on the Velocity Tour.

Although Ouncie got his nickname after being born small he was known to have brought a huge amount of heart to his competitions.

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