Archive · 26 May 2025
Fred Kerley Arrested, Disputes Battery Charge Against Ex-Girlfriend
Fred Kerley, a famous runner, was arrested after he was accused of hitting his ex-girlfriend at a hotel.
He's been charged with a minor crime.
The police said they saw injuries that matched what the ex-girlfriend said happened.
Kerley says he didn't do anything wrong and his lawyer says he was attacked.
This has caused him to be removed from a big race.
Kerley has also had other issues with the law in the past.
Now, he has to go through a legal process.
If found guilty, he could go to jail.
Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley was arrested in Florida for allegedly hitting his ex-girlfriend.
Kerley pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor battery charge and was released on bond.
The alleged incident occurred at a hotel where Kerley's ex-girlfriend, Alaysha Johnson, reported the assault.
Kerley's attorney claims he is innocent and that he was the one attacked.
The arrest led to Kerley's withdrawal from a track and field competition.
- Who
- Fred Kerley, an Olympic sprinter, and Alaysha Johnson, also a track athlete.
- What
- Fred Kerley was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery.
- When
- The arrest occurred on May 1st.
- Where
- Dania Beach, Florida, at a hotel.
- Why
- Kerley was arrested after allegedly hitting his ex-girlfriend, Alaysha Johnson, leading to legal charges and impact on his athletic career.
Accusation Perspective
Defense Perspective
The Incident
Accusation Perspective
Kerley allegedly struck his ex-girlfriend.
Defense Perspective
Kerley's attorney claims Kerley was the one attacked and is innocent.
Past Allegations
Accusation Perspective
Accusations of domestic violence against Kerley by his ex-wife.
Defense Perspective
Kerley's attorney denies these claims, calling them "fabrications."
- Location of Arrest
- Dania Beach, Florida
- Charge
- Misdemeanor battery
- Date of Arrest
- May 1st
- Bond Amount
- $1,000
- Ex-girlfriend
- Alaysha Johnson
- Impact on Competition
- Withdrew from the Michael Johnson Grand Slam Track event