US EditionOlympian Sha'Carri Richardson arrested on charge of speeding over 100 mph in Florida
Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested under Florida's 'super speeder' law for driving 104 mph, tailgating, and crossing lanes; 26 drivers were caught in the first month of the law, officials said.
- On Jan. 29, 2026, U.S. Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested in Orange County, Florida, after deputies said she was clocked at 104 mph on State Road 429 near Stoneybrook Parkway.
- Florida's 'super speeder' law classifies driving over 100 mph as a criminal offense, and the Orange County Sheriff's Office said Richardson was dangerously tailgating and crossing lanes to pass motorists.
- The Orange County Corrections Department confirmed Sha'Carri Richardson posted bond, was released, and has a Feb. 26 court date.
- Penalties escalate for repeat violations under Florida law, which may affect future consequences; the arrest is the latest legal issue for Richardson, following a July 27 airport arrest involving Christian Coleman.
- Known for her Paris 2024 medals and Nike partnerships, Sha'Carri Richardson earned two Olympic medals and served a 30-day suspension after a 2021 THC test.
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Olympic Gold Medalist Sha'Carri Richardson Arrested for Violating 'Super Speeding' Law
Olympic sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson tried to talk fast after being caught driving fast, but she got nowhere fast except jail. Richardson was stopped after an Orange County, Florida, sheriff’s deputy […] The post Olympic Gold Medalist Sha'Carri Richardson Arrested for Violating 'Super Speeding' Law appeared first on The Western Journal.
Report: Christian Coleman, Twanisha Terry cited in Sha’Carri Richardson speeding arrest
Two more Olympic sprinters were cited by officers in conjunction with Sha’Carri Richardson’s arrest for driving in excess of 100 mph on Thursday in Florida’s Orange County, according to a report by The Athletic. Christian Coleman, the world record-holder in the indoor 60 meters, arrived at Richardson’s traffic stop in another car and tried to intervene on his girlfriend’s behalf. When Coleman refused to accept the officer’s orders to return to …
An Olympian pleads with a police officer in Florida on body camera footage after being caught speeding. Details of the scandalous case.
Olympic athlete Sha'Carri Richardson pleaded with a police officer to "cooperate" with her during a speeding stop, saying, "Please, I'm begging you," according to body camera footage obtained by Fox News Digital. The footage shows the Olympic champion begging the officer not to arrest her after she was caught driving dangerously. Sergeant Gerald McDaniels, who was traveling in the center lane, noticed Richardson flashing her high beams at the ca…
Oympic Gold Medalist Sha’Carri Richardson Booked After Florida 104 MPH High-Speed Dash
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson found herself in handcuffs Thursday afternoon after a high-speed encounter with law enforcement that ended with the star sprinter in tears. Bodycam footage released by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office shows a confrontation between the 25-year-old athlete and Sgt. Gerald McDaniels. According to deputies, Richardson was clocked doing 104 mph […] Oympic Gold Medalist Sha’Carri Richardson Booked After Flo…
Sha’Carri Richardson's Arrest In Florida: Here's What We Know
Olympic track star Sha’Carri Richardson, 25, was arrested Thursday in Florida for driving over 100 mph, which is more than the state’s speeding limit. What was Sha-Carri Richardson charged with? The Olympic gold medalist was pulled over and arrested by Orange County deputies after she was caught speeding at 104 mph on State Road 429 near Stoneybrook Parkway, according to booking records and WESH. Deputies said Richardson was “dangerously tailgat…
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