Kyren Lacy dies by suicide after police chase in Texas

Kyren Lacy, a former LSU wide receiver, was found dead in his car in Houston at the age of 24, an apparent suicide following a police chase. The incident began with a disturbance call from a family member who reported Lacy firing a gun into the ground during an argument. After fleeing from police, Lacy crashed his vehicle, and officers discovered he had shot himself. Lacy was facing serious legal issues, including charges of negligent homicide connected to a fatal crash in December 2024, for which he was scheduled to appear before a grand jury shortly after his death. He was once considered a promising prospect for the NFL Draft, having produced notable stats during his college career. The LSU community expressed sorrow over his passing, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness.