When the Ranger Became the Villain

The Power Rangers were childhood heroes—colorful warriors who fought evil and saved the world. But in real life, the story of Ricardo Medina Jr. took a much darker turn.

In 2015, the former Power Rangers actor was arrested after a violent argument with his roommate escalated inside their home. During the confrontation, Medina used a sword, and the incident ended in a fatal stabbing. He later pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and served time in prison.

He was once known for wearing red as a hero. Later, he wore orange as an inmate. A reminder that the roles people play on screen don’t always reflect who they are when the cameras are gone.

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