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VSU college players accused of beating opposing WSSU quarterback at awards luncheon
VA State players beat Winston-Salem State quarterback, game is canceled
Atlanta (CNN) -- A Division II collegiate championship scheduled for this weekend was canceled after Virginia State University football players were accused of beating Winston-Salem State University quarterback Rudy Johnson.
"One suspect has admitted to his role in the attack and has been arrested on criminal assault charges," said WSSU Chancellor Donald Reaves.
According to Forsyth County Sheriff's Office jail records, Virginia State player Lamont Britt, 22, was arrested Friday on a misdemeanor charge of assault inflicting injury. His bond was set at $7,500. It could not be determined late Friday if Britt had a lawyer.
"The University Police Department is attempting to identify the other VSU players who were involved," said Reaves.
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Full article here: http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/15/us/players-beat-quarterback/index.html
