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Fourteen people, including five Penn State students, face charges in a massive cocaine trafficking ring centered around two off-campus fraternities, with pledges allegedly used in drug packaging during initiation rituals. Cocaine, sourced from Philly and NYC, fueled high-value sales—some exceeding $50K—and was led by wanted New York resident Agostino S. Abbatiello, reportedly raking in huge profits, with Thomas M. Robinson as his alleged second-in-command. Penn State has suspended Delta Upsilon pending investigation, vowing to strengthen hazing prevention as the semester begins. Authorities are still seeking Abbatiello, while some charged have been released on bail; future charges—including possible hazing-related ones—are pending. The Attorney General made clear: drug dealing on campuses won’t be tolerated. This case underscores the persistent struggle universities face in policing illegal activity within student groups.

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