Category Archives: Drugs

Jeremy Mayfield indicted on meth charges

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield has been indicted on meth charges

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Rife sentenced to 3 years for drugs in case which led to OSU scandal

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The man who essentially opened up the case involving the OSU scandal received a 3 year sentence.  A federal judge handed down a three-year sentence Wednesday to the tattoo parlor owner whose purchase of Ohio State University football memorabilia triggered … finish reading Rife sentenced to 3 years for drugs in case which led to OSU scandal

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Synthetic pot kills college athlete in S. Carolina

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  A coroner says an Anderson University basketball player died after ingesting a chemical used in synthetic marijuana. Anderson County Coroner Greg Shore said 19-year-old Lamar Jack’s collapse during a preseason workout and death days later was caused by acute … finish reading Synthetic pot kills college athlete in S. Carolina

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Boogaard’s brother pleads guilty to misdemeanor

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Derek Boogaard’s brother has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor relating to the hiding of drugs possessed by his brother at his death. The brother of former NHL strongman Derek Boogaard pleaded guilty Thursday to a gross misdemeanor in his brother’s overdose … finish reading Boogaard’s brother pleads guilty to misdemeanor

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Marijuana charges against Camby dropped

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  Prosecutors have dropped a marijuana possession charge against NBA veteran Marcus Camby after his arrest during a traffic stop in suburban Houston. Camby was arrested last month after police in Pearland said they found less than two ounces of the … finish reading Marijuana charges against Camby dropped

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Judge throws out charges against Boorgaard’s brother

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A Minnesota judge threw out a felony charge against the brother of hockey enforcer Derek Boogaard on Thursday for supplying a painkiller that contributed to the player’s overdose death earlier this year. Aaron Boogaard, 24, told police he gave his … finish reading Judge throws out charges against Boorgaard’s brother

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Johny Jolly arrested on drug charges

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Johnny Jolly is in trouble again and was arrested for drug charges.  It is always a shame to see someone waste that much talent. After the arrest the Judge in the case denied bail. While most people were blaming Jolly, … finish reading Johny Jolly arrested on drug charges

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Brazilian striker banned two years for cocaine

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The Court of Arbitration for Sport banned Brazilian forward Jobson for two years after twice testing positive for cocaine. The Court’s holding, upheld the World-Anti Doping Agency’s appeal to extend the ban to two years. The appeal came after a … finish reading Brazilian striker banned two years for cocaine

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Man at center of Ohio State football scandal, Edward Rife, to be sentenced on Oct. 26

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Mauri Miller

A judge set October 26 as the sentencing date for Edward Rife, a major player in the Ohio State football scandal that led to coach Jim Tressel being replaced. U.S. District Court Judge Gregory Frost set an Oct. 26 sentencing … finish reading Man at center of Ohio State football scandal, Edward Rife, to be sentenced on Oct. 26

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Ravens WR David Reed suspended

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Baltimore Ravens WR David Reed will miss the season opener against Pittsburgh after being arrested for having marijuana in his house. According to the AP, Reed was also fined an additional game check for the incident. So long as he … finish reading Ravens WR David Reed suspended

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Cab driver operating as mobile drug dealer charged in death of Alabama’s Douglas

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A cab driver has been charged with manslaughter for allegedly providing the drugs that resulted in the death of Alabama offensive lineman Aaron Douglas according to an AP report. Fernandina Beach Police said in a news release that Rodney Young … finish reading Cab driver operating as mobile drug dealer charged in death of Alabama’s Douglas

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Zach Randolph home searched for drugs

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Oregon home of Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph was searched by law enforcement officials after reports that a man selling drugs to Randolph was beaten with a pool cue. Clackamas County Sheriff’s Sgt. James Rhodes said Randolph was in his … finish reading Zach Randolph home searched for drugs

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How many Ducks does it take to smoke a joint? And who rented the car??

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Apparently that was the question that the officer was thinking of as he asked some Oregon Duck football players “Who’s got the marijuana in the car?” According to the ESPN report: Oregon quarterback Darron Thomas was a passenger in the … finish reading How many Ducks does it take to smoke a joint? And who rented the car??

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Baylor WR Gordon leaves team after suspension

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Lots of players leave schools after they are suspended.  So it should come as no surprise that we see this occur at Baylor where WR Josh Gordon has now left the team. “Circumstances have unfolded for Josh that require him … finish reading Baylor WR Gordon leaves team after suspension

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Earnhardt Ganassi Racing fires employees charged with marijuana trafficking

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Roy Kessel

We have all heard that you need fast vehicles to get away from the police but this is ridiculous.  So when you have 10.5 pounds of pot you better make a clean getawy. But according to the ESPN.com’s David Newton, … finish reading Earnhardt Ganassi Racing fires employees charged with marijuana trafficking

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Former NBA 1st round pick Rodney White arrested for marijuana ring

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Police arrested Rodney White, former college basketball player at UNC Charlotte, on accusations of operating a sophisticated marijuana growing operation from his North Carolina home. White will face conspiracy to manufacture marijuana and other charges. When police arrested White at … finish reading Former NBA 1st round pick Rodney White arrested for marijuana ring

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Former NHL star Boogard’s brother appears in court

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Aaron Boogaard, brother of former NHL enforcer Derek Boogaard, made his first court appearance in connection with charges related to Derek’s overdose death. Boogaard and his attorney appeared to answer one  felony drug count and one gross misdemeanor count of … finish reading Former NHL star Boogard’s brother appears in court

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Denver Bronco Perrish Cox facing numerous allegations

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Mauri Miller

According to the Denver Post, Perrish Cox has been accused of drugging, raping and impregnating a Denver woman last September. According to the report, the alleged victim told police that she was drugged while partying with Cox and two other … finish reading Denver Bronco Perrish Cox facing numerous allegations

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Bobby Petrino’s son arrested in Indiana

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Arkansas football coach Bobby Petrino asserted that the arrest of his son is a personal and family matter that does not concern the Arkansas football program. Dominic R. Petrino, 23-years old, was arrested on early on July 18 and charged … finish reading Bobby Petrino’s son arrested in Indiana

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Paralympic athlete Matthew Brown returns a positive test

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Matthew Brown, a paralympic track and field athlete, has been suspended after testing positive for marijuana. The U.S Anti-Doping Agency handed Brown a three-month suspension that started on July 12. The sentence was reduced to time served after he completed … finish reading Paralympic athlete Matthew Brown returns a positive test

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