In a stunning development that's reignited debate over the tragic end of former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy, his attorney has released footage purporting to show the 24-year-old was nowhere near a deadly car crash that led to his legal woes. Lacy, once a promising NFL prospect, died by apparent suicide back in April during a police chase in Houston—found in his car with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to authorities. The incident unfolded just days before he was due in court for charges stemming from that December 2024 accident in Lafourche Parish, which claimed the life of a 78-year-old man.
Indeed, the crash had cast a long shadow over Lacy's career. Arrested on January 13, 2025, he faced serious accusations: negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run, and reckless operation of a vehicle, all tied to allegedly fleeing the scene after his car supposedly caused the fatal collision. Released on $151,000 bail, Lacy's life unraveled quickly thereafter. But now, months after his death, lawyer claims the evidence paints a different picture—one where Lacy's vehicle was nearly 100 yards behind the impact point, far from any blame.
The video, described as newly obtained dashcam material, shows Lacy's car trailing well back, suggesting perhaps a rush to judgment by investigators. Moreover, his attorney argues this vindicates Lacy, who had publicly decried the charges as unfair, especially after the NFL revoked his scouting combine invite amid the probe. However, officials haven't commented yet on whether this alters the case's closure. Lacy's family, still grieving, has pushed for a full review, highlighting how the pressure of pending felony counts—up to 20 years if convicted—might have contributed to his despair.
It's a reminder of how quickly narratives can shift, even in death. What does this mean for accountability in high-profile accidents, and could it prompt broader scrutiny of similar cases?