Dana White, MMA community mourn Walt Harris’ stepdaughter Aniah Blanchard

Our deepest condolences go out to Walt Harris, his family and the Blanchard family.

The fears of many came true Wednesday when Aniah Blanchard, the stepdaughter of UFC heavyweight [autotag]Walt Harris[/autotag], was confirmed dead after a weeks-long search following her kidnapping last month in Alabama.

From the moment Blanchard’s disappearance was made public, the MMA community rallied around Harris and the Blanchard family, offering financial assistance and more in hopes that she would be found. That eventually happened, but not under the circumstances anyone hoped for.

After news of her death broke, many within the sport’s circle offered support on social media. We at MMA Junkie would like to extend our deepest condolences to Harris and his family. May Aniah rest in peace and justice be served.

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Heartbroken. #justiceforaniah

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Anyone who has had the pleasure of being in the presence of @mrsbigticket205 & @thebigticket205 know they are the sweetest, most kind hearted people. I am sorry to hear about this tragic news . My heart ❤️ goes out to the family and pray that justice is served. Rest In Peace Aniah #Repost @danawhite with @get_repost ・・・ Law Enforcement has confirmed to us that it is Aniah that they found. . I’m devastated to hear this news. I’m heartbroken for Walt and his family. Thank you everyone for the support including the local and state Alabama law enforcement, media, athletes, managers and fans. My condolences go out to everyone that was touched by Aniah’s story and tried to help bring her home.

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