Olympic Medalist Fred Kerley Charged After Alleged Racially-Charged Police Encounter in Miami Beach
Miami Beach, FL — The legal team representing Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley has suggested that the athlete’s recent arrest might have racial undertones. Kerley, a decorated runner with silver and bronze medals from the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics respectively, faces a felony and two misdemeanor charges following a New Year’s Day incident involving Miami Beach police officers. According to Yale Sanford, Kerley’s attorney, the treatment of Kerley during the incident reflects a broader racial bias that affects many African Americans across the nation. Sanford criticized the police’s handling of the situation, pointing out … Read more