Overview

• Surveillance video shows Richardson pushing Christian Coleman and throwing headphones at a Seattle–Tacoma International Airport security checkpoint.
• The Seattle–Tacoma Police Department classified the incident as domestic violence and booked Richardson, who remains in custody pending review of the case.
• Christian Coleman declined to press charges and both athletes later denied that any physical confrontation took place.
• Richardson’s status as defending 100m world champion and her secured spot for the World Championships in Tokyo are unaffected by the detention.
• Police continue examining the airport footage to determine whether formal charges will be filed against Richardson.