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UPDATE: 2 Arrested After 15 UConn Concert-Goers Hospitalized for Potential Alcohol Poisoning
Schoolboy Q performed at the Storrs college on Friday, April 17.
Update 2 p.m. Saturday: UConn spokesperson Stephanie Reitz told Fox CT that two arrests were made, including one non-student who was charged with illegal alcohol possession and trespass, and one UConn student charged with interfering with an officer. Read the full Fox report here.
Original post: Fifteen UConn concert-goers were sent to the hospital for what officials say is likely alcohol poisoning, according to NBC Connecticut.
Stephanie Reitz, a spokesperson for UConn, said alcohol was not sold at the concert and screenings occurred upon entry, leading officials to believe students partook of alcoholic drinks prior to the concert.
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