It’s been less than a week since footage of Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman‘s public altercation surfaced. As previously reported, police arrested the Texas native in late July after repeatedly yanking and shoving her track bae while moving through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, including a TSA checkpoint. Christian has already addressed the public incident, but Sha’Carri finally spoke out on Monday (August 11).
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Sha’Carri Richardson Shares What’s Next After Airport Tussle
For context, following the minor altercation, police booked Sha’Carri into SCORE South Correctional Facility in Des Moines, Washington, per the New York Post. Despite Christian declining to be a victim while speaking to police, officials charged Richardson with a “fourth-degree domestic violence assault.” The track champion remained locked up for 19 hours before her release on July 28.
Then, on Monday, Richardson hopped on Instagram Stories with two selfie videos to address what happened.
“…A lot of self-reflection, a lot of understanding of not only putting myself in a compromising situation but somebody that I have a deep care and appreciation for as well is something that…holding myself accountable,” she said on-camera. “I see myself.”
Additionally, Sha’Carri revealed she’s taking time to nurture herself and that the work will ultimately reflect who she really is. Though she’s “not allowing this moment” to take over, she’s accepted that it happened. She said she’s inspired to “be more.” Richardson also thanked her family, friends, and fans for supporting and holding her accountable to be her “best self.”
“I refuse to run away, but face everything that comes to me head-on because everything on the other side is greater, but you gotta go through in order to get through.”
Christian Coleman Previously Addressed The Incident
Unlike Sha’Carri, Christian Coleman wasted no time addressing the arrest reports. Within a week of her arrest and release, the pro-track star said he felt like it was “a sucky situation all around.” He emphasized that he didn’t think officers should’ve arrested his girlfriend, and mentioned that people experience expressions and emotions.
“She has, like, things she needs to work on for herself, of course. But so do I, so do you. Everybody,” Christian said.
He added that he’s the type to offer “grace, mercy, and love” rather than turning the airport incident into an “obstacle.” He also said he was using the opportunity to step back and analyze before moving forward. At this time, it’s unclear if the couple is still dating following the airport incident. He and Sha’Carri first sparked romance rumors after he enthusiastically embraced her following her win at the 2023 Budapest World Championships. She then hinted at being in a committed relationship in December 2024, but he made his debut on her Instagram in February with boo’d up photos.
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Sha’Carri Richardson isn’t the only celebrity caught up with a local police department. GloRilla recently broke her silence after being arrested and charged with felony drug possession. Police had come to her home while she was out of state because an occupant called 911 about a home burglary. By the time cops arrived, the three robbers were gone with jewelry in tow.
After sweeping the house, police sought an arrest warrant on suspicion of drugs inside. Given that Glo owns the home, officials charged her for marijuana found “in plain view” inside the master closet. After turning herself into cops on July 22, she was released on a $22,260 bond. Despite the controversial charges, Sheriff Ron Freeman stood by them.
“The homeowner is a victim of a serious crime, and we are committed to bringing the suspects to justice,” the sheriff said. “At the same time, we must continue to uphold and enforce the law in all aspects of this case.”
When GloRilla broke her silence on the matter, she clarified that she was not “busted” and pointed out the irony of a call for help leading to her arrest.
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