Raja Jackson row: GoFundMe for Syko Stu raises more than $50K within hours

Syko Stu’s wife, Contessa Patterson, has launched a GoFundMe after the pro wrestler was violently attacked by Raja Jackson.

Published on: Aug 26, 2025, 13:04:23 IST

By Sumanti Sen

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Syko Stu’s wife, Contessa Patterson, has launched a GoFundMe after the pro wrestler was violently attacked by Raja Jackson, the son of UFC star Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson. The incident took place at a KnokX Pro Wrestling event. Stu is currently hospitalized with injuries.

Raja Jackson row: GoFundMe for Syko Stu raises more than $50K within hours (GoFundMe)

The GoFundMe reads, “Hello everyone, I’m reaching out to get support for Stuart Smith better known as SykoStu. On August 23rd he was involved in an unscripted assault that has left him in the hospital with intense recovery needed to regain good health.”

“Stuart Smith is a U.S. Army veteran who used wrestling as an outlet to deal with his PTSD, this incident has not only caused major physical harm, but will also disrupt his career inside the ring and outside of it,” it adds.

The donations will be used for uncovered medical expenses, recovery support and loss of income, the page says, It adds, “Thank you so much for everyone’s support as we get through these trying times.”

At the time of writing this article, $50,987 has been raised of the $60K target.

Syko Stu’s brother provides health update

Syko’s brother, Andrew Smith, wrote about the GoFundMe in a Facebook post while providing a health update about Syko. “Stuart is resting since he sustained severe injures to his head. He is currently conscious and able to talk but will have a difficult recovery ahead,” Andrew wrote.

“With all the media and social media attention it’s been hard to get back to everyone. Stuart Smith appreciates all the love and support. He loves wrestling, his wrestling family, and all his fans and supporters. Wrestling has been a huge part of his life and he lives to put on a performance,” he added, explaining that his brother is “just a regular guy” who has “a life and family outside the ring.”

“His wife Contessa has currently set up a go fund me for those wishing to donate,” Andrew wrote.

Raja brutally attacked Syko with punches and blows to the head. A video of the shocking assault was widely circulated on social media.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sumanti Sen
Sumanti Sen covers everything that’s happening in the US, from politics to entertainment, but her expertise lies in covering crime news. She has comprehensively chronicled the Idaho student murders, the Laken Riley and Iryna Zarutska cases, and the killing of Charlie Kirk, among other incidents. Over the years, she has interviewed several victims/families of victims of crimes seeking justice. She digs up stories that might otherwise remain unheard, and does her bit to ensure that victims and survivors’ voices are heard. Sumanti’s many years of experience also include interviews with Hamas attack survivors and mental health experts, among others. Her coverage of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and interviews with survivors of the tragedy, coupled with her other works including the Titan submersible coverage, earned her the Digi Journo of the Quarter award during her first year at Hindustan Times. Sumanti actively tracks missing person cases in the United States, and peruses Reddit and other social media platforms to bring to light cases that frequently elude public attention. She has extensively covered the disappearances of Nancy Guthrie, Thomas Medlin, Beau Mann, and Sudiksha Konanki, among others. When not at work, you will either find her with her novels, or with her beloved rescue pooches.Read More

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