The death of MSU student Phat Nguyen is being considered for 'possible criminal charges,' according to the East Lansing Police Department.
In a FOIA request, The State News asked if MSU students were part of the investigation. The written response said, "Yes. MSU students are mentioned in the complaint report."
ELPD refused to release further information because the case is considered an open investigation 'pending possible criminal charges' as the Ingham County Prosecutor’s office reviews the complaint report.
Nguyen’s preliminary autopsy showed alcohol to be the leading factor of his death.
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On Nov. 20, Nguyen was pronounced dead at the scene on the 400 block of Stoddard Avenue after ELPD responded to a medical assist call. Three other students were found passed out and transported to Sparrow Hospital for recovery.
Following Nguyen’s death, the Pi Alpha Phi fraternity was put under interim suspension then revoked on Dec. 9 for an undetermined amount of time – with a minimum of 10 years.
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