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Remainder Of Greater Latrobe Junior High's Wrestling Season Canceled During Investigation Of Alleged 'Hazing'

LATROBE, Pa. (KDKA) - The remainder of a local wrestling team's scheduled matches and tournaments have been canceled while "hazing" allegations are under investigation.

KDKA's Ross Guidotti reports state police and Greater Latrobe School District say an investigation is underway into disturbing allegations of "hazing" by members of the Greater Latrobe Junior High's wrestling team.

The exact nature and details of the incident are not being released, but it's warranted what's now become a full-scale criminal investigation.

"I would say that we would probably call it somewhat of an assault that they believe took place," Trooper Steve Limani said.

As a result, the team's remaining matches and tournaments have been canceled.

Investigators are questioning the team members as well as the coaching staff, Ross Guidotti reports. Surveillance video is currently under investigation.

The Greater Latrobe School District released a statement, saying:

"There is an ongoing investigation involving a hazing incident with the junior high wrestling team. All section wrestling matches have been completed. Two exhibition tournaments and an exhibition match was cancelled, due to the investigation."

Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.

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