US sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson arrested after fight with boyfriend Christian Coleman at Seattle airport

Team USA star Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested on Sunday after a fight at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. She was taken into custody following an argument with her boyfriend, Christian Coleman.

The situation led to a domestic violence charge, but that charge has now been dropped. The arrest happened on July 28, and Richardson was released the next day.

Olympic sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman involved in public altercation at Seattle airport

According to the Port of Seattle Police Department, Sha’Carri Richardson reportedly got into a disagreement with her boyfriend, fellow sprinter Christian Coleman, on Sunday, July 28 at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Officers claim Richardson was seen on security footage throwing a set of headphones at Coleman and shoving Christian Coleman.

First published by USA Today, the police report verified Richardson was detained for fourth-degree domestic violence assault. She was arrested Sunday evening at South Correctional Entity (SCORE Jail) in Des Moines, Washington, according to jail documents. She was freed on Monday, July 29, sometime around 3 p. m.Even though the fight led to Richardson’s arrest, Christian Coleman did not want to press charges. As reported by The Athletic, Coleman told the police he did not want to be considered a victim.

The report also noted that the two sprinters have been dating for two years, though they only went public with their relationship in February 2025.

Sha’Carri Richardson pulls out of races after arrest but still qualifies for World Championships

Sha’Carri Richardson ran in the USA Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Oregon, just days after her detention. With a time of 11. 07 seconds, she placed 11th in the first round of the women's 100-meter race on Thursday, August 1. Also Read: Jeff Passan brutally exposes Doug Mientkiewicz in viral MLB clash over Edgleen Perez controversyThough she withdrew from the event later, this outcome allowed her for the following round.

She also declined to participate in the 200-meter race set for the weekend. USA Track and Field acknowledged the event to USA Today, but said they elected not to say more. Sha’Carri Richardson remains qualified for the World Championships in Tokyo in September even if she did not finish the national meet. Being the current 100-meter sprint king, she earns a Team USA guaranteed seat.