Olympic sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested on July 27, 2025, at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport following a domestic violence incident involving her boyfriend, fellow track star Christian Coleman. According to police, surveillance footage captured Richardson physically confronting Coleman—grabbing his backpack, shoving him into a pillar, and throwing headphones at him during an argument at a TSA checkpoint. She was charged with fourth-degree domestic violence assault and spent nearly 19 hours in custody before being released. Although Coleman declined to press charges or cooperate with investigators, the incident led Richardson to withdraw from the U.S. Track & Field Championships, casting uncertainty over her competitive future. As the reigning world champion in the 100 meters, she still holds a bye to the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. The arrest has sparked broader discussions about athlete accountability and personal conduct off the track.