Olympian Sha'Carri Richardson Arrested for 104 MPH Speeding: Bodycam Footage

Sha'Carri Richardson's Speeding Arrest

• 🚨 Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson was pulled over for driving 104 mph in a 65 mph zone on State Road 429 in Winter Garden, Florida.
• 🚔 The deputy observed her weaving between lanes, tailgating, flashing headlights, and passing on the inside shoulder.
• ⚠️ She was charged under Florida's "super speeder" law for dangerous excessive speeding.

Richardson's Explanations and Pleas

• 💬 Richardson claimed her back tire was underinflated and that she accidentally changed her car's settings from her phone, making her unaware of her speed.
• 🙏 She repeatedly apologized and begged the deputy not to take her to jail, offering to take a ticket instead.
• 🚫 The deputy stated that nothing she said would change the fact she was going to jail.

Deputy's Firm Stance

• 👮‍♂️ The officer emphasized that driving 104 mph with subpar equipment and dangerous maneuvers warranted arrest.
• 🗣️ He informed Richardson that she would be going to jail and would have a $500 bond.
• 🚨 The deputy highlighted the danger of unintentionally speeding on a task requiring full attention.

Related Incidents and Charges

• 🚗 Richardson's boyfriend, fellow Olympic sprinter Christian Coleman, arrived at the scene and was arrested for resisting an officer and possession of drug paraphernalia (cannabis residue).
• 🛣️ Another Olympic teammate, Twanisha Terry, was cited for stopping on a limited access highway.
• 🗓️ Both Richardson and Coleman are scheduled to appear in Orange County court in late February 2026.