Louisiana State Police Unveil Video Evidence in Crash Case Involving Late LSU Football Star

Louisiana State Police have released video evidence associated with a tragic 2024 car crash involving former LSU football player, Kyren Lacy. The crash resulted in the death of 78-year-old Herman Hall, prompting ongoing scrutiny and controversy.
Video Evidence Unveiled
On Tuesday, police unveiled an 11-minute video following footage shared by Lacy’s defense attorney, Matthew Ory, with a local TV station. Ory argued that Lacy was too far from the scene to have caused the crash, questioning the culpability claimed by the police. However, the Louisiana State Police defended their initial investigation, maintaining Lacy’s recklessness initiated the sequence of events leading to the collision.
Details of the Incident
The crash occurred in December 2024, involving Lacy allegedly driving a green Dodge Charger erratically. According to police, Lacy’s actions forced another driver to swerve, directly causing a fatal head-on collision. Authorities stated Lacy fled the scene without offering aid, and he later faced multiple charges. Before a grand jury could convene in April regarding his case, Lacy died in an apparent suicide after a police pursuit near Houston.
Legal and Community Reactions
- Attorney General Liz Murrill acknowledged ongoing evidence review but insisted on Lacy’s vehicle’s role based on numerous eyewitness accounts.
- Democratic lawmakers demanded further investigation into accusations against Lacy.
- LSU football coach Brian Kelly commented on Monday, urging patience until all facts are released, expressing concerns about premature conclusions.
Contested Evidence
Defense attorney Ory challenged the police narrative, presenting video intended to demonstrate Lacy’s position too far behind the event. The police video counters this claim, stating their evidence supports the conclusion that Lacy’s reckless driving induced the crash sequence.
Calls for Further Action
Louisiana Democrats have called for a comprehensive investigation by the state attorney general into what they termed “wrongful accusations.” Meanwhile, the attorney general’s office prepared evidence for a grand jury, emphasizing Lacy’s involvement, while continuing to review all data related to the case.