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14 charged in cocaine trafficking case linked to two fraternities
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points The defendants include 13 Penn State students and the father of one of the students. A cocaine trafficking case has led to charges against 14 individuals, with ties to two fraternities at Penn State University.
A cocaine trafficking case has led to charges against 14 individuals, with ties to two fraternities at Penn State University. The charges were announced by authorities, who conducted an investigation into the alleged trafficking ring.
The defendants include 13 Penn State students and the father of one of the students. Authorities found that the drugs were obtained from Philadelphia and New York, then distributed mainly to students.
Further details about the case are available from the source, including the roles of specific individuals and the extent of the trafficking operation.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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