Event Brief
Penn State parent and 13 former students arrested
By The BriefBrief · Sources (11)
Filed: Aug 20, 2026 at 5:08 PM ET
Summary: A parent and 13 former students were arrested in a cocaine trafficking ring tied to Penn State University. The defendants allegedly transported and distributed large amounts of cocaine.
WHO: A parent and 13 former students
WHAT: Arrested in a cocaine trafficking ring; alleged transportation and distribution of large amounts of cocaine
WHEN: Aug 20, 2026 at 4:04 PM ET
WHERE: Penn State University, Pennsylvania
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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