Kyren Lacy, a former LSU wide receiver, died at age 24 from what authorities described as an apparent self‑inflicted gunshot wound during a police chase in Texas.

What happened

  • On April 12, 2025, police in Texas pursued Lacy’s vehicle for several miles after he left a family dispute where a firearm had reportedly been discharged into the ground.
  • The pursuit ended when his car crashed; when officers approached, they found Lacy in the vehicle with what appeared to be a self‑inflicted gunshot wound, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Cause of death in simple terms

  • Official reports and major news outlets consistently describe his death as an apparent suicide by firearm, occurring before or by the time the vehicle came to a stop.
  • No shots were reported or seen on body‑cam footage after the crash, which is why authorities say the gunshot happened inside the car during or just before the end of the chase.

Legal situation before his death

  • At the time, Lacy was facing serious charges in Louisiana related to a December 2024 car crash that allegedly caused the death of a 78‑year‑old man, including negligent homicide, felony hit‑and‑run, and reckless operation.
  • A grand jury hearing in that case was scheduled within days of his death, and reports note that this pending legal situation had clouded his professional football prospects.

If you’re asking because you’re struggling

  • News about a tragic death like this can be very heavy and upsetting, especially if you or someone close is dealing with stress, legal trouble, depression, or thoughts of self‑harm.
  • If you or someone you know is thinking about self‑harm or suicide, consider reaching out to a trusted person and contacting a crisis service in your country (for example, in the U.S., call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or use online chat at 988lifeline.org).

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