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University of Fla. frat members face hazing charge

Source: miamiherald.com Posted By: Christy H...4620 days ago

Nine members of a University of Florida fraternity are facing misdemeanor hazing charges after they allegedly struck and paddled pledges.

The Gainesville Sun reported ( http://bit.ly/JKUE1A) that the Alpha Phi Alpha members were charged Monday with paddling five pledges and hitting them in the chest during a hazing ritual known as "thunderslaps." If convicted, they could be jailed for a year and fined $1,000. They could also face suspension or expulsion from school.

Police say the hazing occurred....

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