Ty Lawson Accused of Shoplifting | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Former NBA star Ty Lawson is facing shoplifting charges after allegedly stealing a bottle of vodka in Castle Rock, Colorado — a case that’s spiraled into a charged debate over race, accountability, and justice. Lawson, who won a national title with UNC and played for the Nuggets and Rockets, took to social media to call the incident racist, claiming he was misled by a store employee and mistreated by police — even though the affidavit notes he smelled of alcohol, used profanity, and acted disruptively during booking. The item’s value? Under $300. The story’s still unfolding, but Lawson’s…