“Chocolate” in critical condition!
None of the details are known, but former boxer Rafael “El Chocolate” Labacena is in critical condition after being shot by police officers Saturday night. Labacena is best known for being KO’d by a pro debuting Ray Sanchez III in 2001. After the fight, Labacena, originally from Cuba, retired with a record of 0-3.
On behalf of the local fight community, NewMexicoBoxing sends out prayers and get-well wishes to “Chocolate.”



