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Penn State frat pledges forced to cut and bag cocaine for college drug ring, authorities say

First publishedAug 18, 16:48 UTC
Last updatedAug 19, 18:04 UTC · 6m ago
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The drug ring reportedly operated in 2023 and 2024, using fraternity pledges to cut and package cocaine. The drugs were distributed through Penn State students.

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The drug ring reportedly operated in 2023 and 2024, using fraternity pledges to cut and package cocaine. The drugs were distributed through Penn State students.
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2 outlets, average source rating 7.0/10.
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6m ago.
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    Penn State frat pledges were made to cut and bag cocaine for college drug ring, authorities say

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