In a significant development regarding the tragic car crash involving LSU football player Kyren Lacy, Louisiana State Police released a video that appears to challenge the claims made by his attorney. This video is crucial in understanding the events of December 17, 2024, when 78-year-old Herman Hall lost his life.
Details of the Incident
The incident, which is under investigation, saw Lacy take his own life on April 12, amidst ongoing legal proceedings. The newly released footage portrays him driving at a high speed in the opposite lane of LA 20, overtaking multiple vehicles, including an 18-wheeler, shortly before the crash.
Video Evidence of Reckless Driving
- The video shows a green Dodge Charger traveling southbound in oncoming traffic.
- It was recorded at a high rate of speed in a designated no-passing zone with a 40 mph speed limit.
- Eyewitnesses confirmed seeing a green Charger just before the accident occurred.
According to a narrative in the video, “As the green Dodge Charger attempted to return to the southbound lane, aggressive braking was observed, leading to the crash.” This narrative suggests that Lacy’s maneuvers were reckless and likely precipitated the tragic outcome.
Contradictory Claims from the Defense
Matt Ory, Lacy’s attorney, recently released video evidence claiming it demonstrated that Lacy was “approximately 72 yards” from the collision site. Ory argues that this footage exonerates Lacy, stating that he was more than 90 yards behind Hall at the time of impact.
However, the police video refutes the defense’s portrayal of the events. The narrator stated, “Since the incident occurred, State Police never reported that the green Charger impacted any of the involved vehicles.” They emphasized that evidence points to Lacy’s driving in the wrong lane as the cause of the chain of events that led to the fatal crash.
Conclusion
The video evidence released by Louisiana State Police serves as a critical component in unraveling the circumstances surrounding Kyren Lacy’s case. As investigations continue, it raises questions about accountability and the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful day in December.
