Former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy is dead, months after his final season with the Tigers ended and one day before a grand jury was to hear evidence against him in a negligent homicide case.
LSU athletics communications director Michael Bonnette confirmed to WWL that Lacy died overnight in Houston. Lacy was 24-years-old.
WBRZ TV reports that sources said Lacy died by suicide.
In January, Lafourche Parish authorities arrested Lacy in connection with a deadly crash that happened on December 17 in Chackbay. State troopers accused him of causing the crash by speeding and passing several cars in a no-passing zone, forcing one driver to swerve off the road and another to swerve into an oncoming car. Troopers also accused Lacy of speeding away from the scene. A 78-year-old passenger in one of the vehicles died.
Lacy, a graduate of Thibodaux High School, transferred to LSU in 2022 after playing two seasons at the University of Louisiana. As a freshman at UL, Lacy helped the Ragin’ Cajuns to a Sun Belt Championship and a victory in the First Responder Bowl.
Last year at LSU, Lacy was a second-team all SEC selection in 2024, led the SEC in touchdowns, and participated in the Senior Bowl. In three seasons with the Tigers, Lacy started 24 games and caught 102 passes for 1,692 yards and 16 touchdowns.
LSU officials released a statement regarding Lacy’s death Sunday afternoon.
“We’re saddened to learn of the tragic passing of former LSU Football student-athlete Kyren Lacy,” the statement said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones, as well as his former teammates and coaches impacted by his passing.”
Lacy’s father posted a plea for parents to check on their children’s mental health.
“Young parents, start talking to your kids at a very early age and make sure they are confident and comfortable confiding in you,” Kenny Lacy said on Facebook. “Don't be cool with ‘I'm Alright,’ or ‘I'm good,’ when you know deep down something isn't right. Mental Health is real, and for the most part, it's invisible, don't ignore the signs, even if they may seem small.”
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