NFL draft hopeful wanted in connection to deadly crash turns himself in
Two days after the crash, Kyren Lacy posted to social media that he was declaring for the NFL draft.
CHACKBAY, La. (KLFY) — A former LSU wide receiver who recently declared for the NFL draft is now being investigated in connection with a deadly Louisiana crash, authorities have confirmed.
Kyren Lacy, who graduated from LSU in December, was booked on charges of negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run, and reckless operation of a vehicle on Sunday after turning himself in, Louisiana State Police said.
According to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office, he was later released after posting $151,000 bail.
Investigators previously obtained an arrest warrant for Lacy in connection to his alleged involvement in the crash that occurred on Dec. 17 near Chackbay, about 60 miles west of New Orleans.
Herman Hall, 78, a former Marine from Thibodaux, was killed in the crash and two other people were injured.
Louisiana State Police said Lacy was recklessly operating a 2023 Dodge Charger while traveling south on La. 20 near Chackbay. Lacy allegedly crossed the center line while speeding, causing another motorist to swerve to avoid him. That vehicle then crashed head-on into another.
Lacy then allegedly fled the scene and did not report the incident to law enforcement, officials said. State police previously said they were speaking with Lacy's legal representation regarding when Lacy might turn himself in.
Two days after the crash, the Thibodaux native posted on social media declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft. He did not play in LSU's victory over Baylor in the Texas Bowl on New Year's Eve.
Lacy spent his first two collegiate years with the Ragin' Cajuns from 2020-21 before transferring to LSU. Lacy, coming off his final season of college football, was second for LSU in catches with 58 and yards receiving with 866 during the 2024 season. He also led the team in touchdowns receiving with nine in 12 games.
LSU spokesman Michael Bonnette said the university has “no comment at this time out of respect for the legal process.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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