LSU Star Kyren Lacy’s father, Kenny Lacy, is the head basketball trainer at BST Academy LLC.
Born in 2001, Lacy was found dead on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 24, by deputies with the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office at approximately 11:35 p.m. after he crashed his car near the 25900 block of Aldine Westfield, about 25 miles north of downtown Houston.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said that the 2025 NFL Draft prospect suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Half an hour before death, deputies with the department responded to a weapons disturbance call in the 9300 block of FM 1960, where a female family member had alerted authorities that Lacy had been involved in an argument with her.
When deputies with the Sheriff’s department arrived, they learned Lacy had fled the scene. Authorities were able to locate his vehicle and attempted to make a traffic stop, but Lacy led them on a pursuit before crashing his car.
As per the statement released by the Sheriff’s office, Lacy shot himself during the pursuit and before the vehicle crashed.
Body camera and in-dash mounted video showed that no shots were fired after the pursuit ended. The civil rights division of the Harris County District Attorney’s Office was notified and is investigating the case.
Kyren Lacy Is Survived By His Father, Kenny, And His Mother, Kandace Washington
Kyren Lacy’s father, Kenny, and mother, Kandace Washington, have supported him in achieving his athletic dreams since childhood.
According to Kenny’s Facebook handle, he is originally from Thibodaux, Louisiana, and is the head trainer at BST Academy LLC, a skill-building center focusing on basketball development.
In August 2024, Kenny appeared on the official WAFB-TV, proudly praising his son and discussing his hopes for his son’s football career. He said,
“His mind’s been focused. He’s just been grinding. I’ve been waiting for this moment…No doubt about it. He is working hard for it. The experience he has had over the years. The relationship he has got with the guys at that level. It’s been a long time. I am just excited to see my son do whatever he loves to do.”
Kenny Lacy
On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Kenny took to his official Facebook handle to mourn his son’s death and appealed to parents to check on their children and their mental health. He wrote,
Young parents,start talking to your kids at a very early age and make sure they are confident and comfortable confiding in you. 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. Our lives have changed forever and this will never be ok, but God needed my baby more than he was needed here. This has to be the biggest pill our families have had to swallow but I know the love and compassion in our families will get us through. This will never get easier, but we’ll learn to live with it. Check on your kids mental!!!!!!!!!!!
Kenny Lacy
On the other hand, Kyren’s mother, Kandace, has many talents. She is a skilled singer, songwriter, DJ, and performer.
She also serves as a professional counselor in school and holds a master’s degree in education.
On December 20, 2024, Kandace took to her official Facebook handle and congratulated Kyren on his graduation. She wrote,
Congratulations to my baby Kyren Lacy 😭😭😭 you did it!!!! Nothing but God! This is all I wanted you to do! Use your talent to get you a free education! My baby is leave LSU DEBT FREE!!!!!! Not one student loan!!!!!! That alone is a blessing!!! GEAUX be great son! We love you!!!!
Kandace Faye Washington
Kandace is also mourning the loss of her son, Kyren. Close ones and relatives have poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Kandace and Kenny to stay strong in this heartbreaking moment.
One user wrote,
Sending my condolences to you and your family in this difficult time 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Lasheke Jackson
Another person wrote,
Sending prayers, love, and light to Kenny, Kandace and the Lacy and Washington families. Because of you, Kyren was not only an exceptional athlete but an exceptional young man whose legacy will live on through you and the countless lives he impacted. I am deeply sorry for your loss and know that your labor is not in vain and will bring much healing, hope and awareness to others
Faith Elizabeth Fletcher
In addition, Kyren Lacy grew up playing football with his two brothers, Jayden Allen and Liam Lamar Ward.
They are still in school with Jayden studying in middle school and Liam in elementary school.
Currently, they are also mourning the tragic loss of their supportive brother Kyren.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- On January 10, 2025, Louisiana State Police issued an arrest warrant for Kyren after he was accused of speeding and illegally passing people on Louisiana Highway 20, causing a head-on car crash that took the life of a 78-year-old passenger on December 17, 2024.
- Ranked as the 10th wide receiver in Louisiana for the 2020 class, he committed to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to play college football as a three-star recruit.
- As a true freshman at Louisiana in 2020, Lacy played in 11 games and had 28 receptions for 364 yards and four touchdowns.
