Sha'Carri Richardson arrested earlier this week, jail records show
Richardson was booked at the South Correctional Entity in Des Moines, Washington, on Sunday, jail records show. She was released on Monday. No details were given about Richardson's arrest.
'We are aware of the reports and we have no comment at this time,' USA Track and Field said in a statement to USA TODAY Sports.
Richardson competed in the 100 meters on Thursday evening of the 2025 U.S. track and field championships and advanced to Friday's semifinal. She's withdrawn from the 100 semifinal and will not run in the 200 either.
Richardson has a bye into the 100 at this year's world championships because she is the defending champion.
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