Top NFL Draft prospect Kyren Lacy, who was arrested and charged with negligent homicide in a car crash that killed an ex-marine, finally decided to talk about what went down.
Now, we all know car accidents happen all the time, but this one was a big shocker. People had mixed feelings about the whole situation, and now we finally get to hear from the man himself.
After Lacy’s lawyer claimed he was not at fault in the December 17 car crash that killed a 78-year-old Louisiana man, he hopped on social media and wrote, “Trust the process!!”
‘On the day of the accident, Mr. Lacy was driving on a road with two lanes in each direction,’ Ory wrote. ‘While he briefly passed other vehicles, he safely reentered his lane without incident.
‘It is crucial to emphasize that Mr. Lacy did not cause or contribute to the crash. There was no suspicion of alcohol or drug use involved. Furthermore, contrary to some media reports, Mr. Lacy never ‘’returned’’ to the scene of the accident.
‘Mr. Lacy’s actions following the incident, including sharing graduation pictures and engaging in training, were never intended to minimize the tragedy that occurred,’ Ory continued.
‘He did not believe he was at fault for the accident, and as such, he continued with his daily activities.
‘Throughout his career, Mr. Lacy has been an exemplary community member and teammate. We ask that he not be judged prematurely, and we are confident that further investigation will show he acted within the bounds of the law. I will vigorously defend his innocence in this case.’
He was arrested on January 13 after a warrant was issued by local police, who claim he fled the scene of the fatal collision. The 24-year-old was ultimately charged with negligent homicide, hit-and-run driving with serious injury or death and reckless operation with accident. He has since been released on $151,000 bond.
Thibodaux, Louisiana native Herman Hall was a passenger in a Kia Sorento that was involved in the crash and later died from his injuries at the hospital, according to state police. Drivers of the Sorento and another vehicle also sustained injuries.
Lacy has been criticized for declaring for the NFL Draft just two days after the fatal crash. But according to his attorney, Matthew Ory, the standout receiver did not believe he was at fault in the collision, so he ‘continued with his daily activities.’
‘The collision that resulted in the death of Mr. Herman was not caused by Mr. Lacy’s actions,’ Ory wrote in a statement. ‘The accident occurred directly in front of him when a second vehicle in the oncoming lane crossed the centerline and collided with Mr. Herman’s vehicle, in which he was a passenger.
‘We are of information and belief that the vehicle that collided with Mr. Herman’s vehicle was issued a citation. At no time did Mr. Lacy’s vehicle strike the rear of Mr. Herman’s vehicle, nor did any of the vehicles Mr. Lacy passed collide with his. After the collision occurred in front of Mr. Lacey, he cautiously went around the vehicles after passage was safe.’
Now, we’re not here to judge or take sides. We just wanted to give you the scoop on what’s been going on with Lacy after all this time. It’s up to you to form your own opinions about the whole situation. So, if you’re curious to know more, stay with BSO for more updates!
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