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Death of Hazed Drum Major Ruled a Homicide

Death caused by 'blunt force trauma sustained during hazing incident'

By Kate Seamons,  Newser Staff

Posted Dec 16, 2011 5:29 PM CST

(Newser) – A Florida A&M University drum major who died after being hazed was indeed killed by that hazing, and his death has been ruled a homicide. The Orange-Osceola Medical Examiner's Office today revealed that Robert Champion's death was the result of "blunt force trauma sustained during a hazing incident." The autopsy "revealed extensive contusions of his chest, arms, shoulder, and back with extensive hemorrhage" and signs of "a significant rapid blood loss" stemming from the injuries he sustained, reports the Orlando Sentinel. Sheriff's investigators plan to meet with the state attorney's office to determine whether criminal charges should be filed.

In this Feb. 7, 2010 file photo, the Florida A&M University band performs on the field before the NFL Super Bowl XLIV football game.
In this Feb. 7, 2010 file photo, the Florida A&M University band performs on the field before the NFL Super Bowl XLIV football game.   (AP Photo/Rob Carr, File)
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BCS
Dec 17, 2011 12:53 AM CST
Those responsible should never see the stars in the sky again. Life in prison with no parole. You took his life now we take yours. Some things can't be undone some things can't be taken back If anyone is unwilling to talk and say who's responsible then they should spend 20 year in a cage. Make them sing and make them sing with tears coming out their eyes.
793tango
Dec 16, 2011 7:34 PM CST
What sick person (or persons) think this is 'hilarious'?
JamaicaJim
Dec 16, 2011 6:48 PM CST
 FAMU: Someone needs to RATTLE your cages....for like.....187 hours straight....you dim wits
 

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