2 weeks ago the story broke that Bobby Lashley was leaving World Wrestling Entertainment. After he posted a statement on his official website saying he was leaving the company, the ball was in WWE's court to make a statement regarding the young former champion's future.

WWE.com has now posted the following:

Bobby Lashley released
February 4, 2008

WWE has come to terms on the release of Bobby Lashley as of today. We wish Bobby the best in all future endeavors.

FULL DETAILS on LASHLEY's Release & PICTURES of a *170 POUND* Bobby Lashley!!