Stepfather Sentenced in Murder of UFC's Justin Eilers

Former UFC and WEC heavyweight Justin Eilers (18-6-1) was killed by gunfire Christmas night, 2008 at the home of his mother Gwen Moore in Nampa, Idaho. Eilers’ stepfather, James Malecin was later arrested and arraigned for the murder.
 
Malec, convicted of manslaughter in September, was sentenced Friday to serve at least 6.5 years and as long as 15 years for the deadly shooting according to a report by The Idaho Statesman.

Evidence revealed both Malec and Eilers had consumed alcohol on the night of the slaying.

Eilers trained with Miletich Fighting Systems in Bettendorf, Iowa fighting for the Ultimate Fighting Championship in late 2004 to win his Octagon debut over “MAK” Mike Kyle (9-6-1) via KO at UFC 49. He later exited the promotion following three losses for a brief run in the WEC. Later in his career, Eilers lost an EliteXC heavyweight title shot to “Bigfoot” Antonio Silva (10-1) in July, 2008.

Eilers, born June 28, 1978 was 30 years old at the time of his death.