Sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson has addressed her recent domestic violence arrest, apologizing to her boyfriend Christian Coleman and sharing a message of self-reflection on social media.
Richardson was arrested on July 27 at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for allegedly assaulting Coleman. The incident occurred just days before she competed in the US championships in Eugene, Oregon.
In a video posted on Instagram, Richardson acknowledged that she put herself in a “compromised situation” and expressed her love and apology to Coleman. She also stated that she is practicing self-reflection and will face her issues head-on.
According to a police report, Richardson allegedly grabbed Coleman’s backpack and yanked it away, causing him to be shoved into a wall. Coleman declined to participate in the investigation, stating that he did not want to further discuss the incident.
Richardson has been a prominent figure in track and field, winning several championships including the 100-meter world title at the 2023 world championships. However, her arrest has raised questions about her personal life and behavior off the track.
The sprinter has also faced challenges on the track, missing the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 due to a positive marijuana test at the US Olympic trials.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/08/13/sport/track-shacarri-richardson-apologizes-incident-intl