Christian Coleman arrested for resisting officer and possession of drug paraphernalia relating to Sha'Carri Richardson

World Record holder Christian Coleman was arrested for charges of resisting officer and possession of drug during Sha'Carri Richardson's arrest in Florida.

Following Sha'Carri Richardson's arrest in Florida for excessive speeding, it has been confirmed that her boyfriend Christian Coleman was also arrested with charges of resisting an officer and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to reports from TMZ, the situation unfolded after Richardson was pulled over for speeding by Orange County Police. Coleman, who was in a separate vehicle, reportedly stopped his black Jeep on the side of the road. He then exited his car and approached the officers, allegedly interfering with the traffic stop despite being told to return to his vehicle.

The arrest report states that Coleman was taken into custody for resisting an officer. A subsequent search of his vehicle uncovered a glass smoking device, which authorities claim contained cannabis. Recreational cannabis use is illegal in Florida, one of 26 U.S. states where it remains prohibited, and can lead to fines or criminal charges.

Coleman was later released after posting a $1,000 bond, with $500 allocated for each charge.

Just like Richardson, Coleman is a highly decorated track athlete. He holds six world championship gold medals and he is the 60m world record holder. His recent accomplishments include winning the 2025 Diamond League 100m title and contributing to the American 4x100m relay team's gold medal at the 2025 World Athletics Championships.

During the same incident, Richardson's training partner, Twanisha Terry, was reportedly ticketed for stopping on a limited-access highway before being permitted to leave. Both Richardson and Coleman were transported to jail in separate vehicles following their arrests.