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Lawyer Claims NMSU Hazing Incident Involving Ex-Basketball Player Was Just ‘Horseplay’

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Las Cruces, NM – During a press conference on Monday, the legal team of former New Mexico State University basketball player Deshawndre Washington dismissed sexual assault allegations connected to a 2023 hazing incident as mere “horseplay.” Attorneys Michael E. Cain and David Mestemaker categorically denied any criminal activity on Washington’s part, framing the charges as a misunderstanding of locker room antics typical in competitive sports. Washington, who is facing 15 charges including criminal sexual penetration and false imprisonment, has seen his burgeoning NBA career halted by the scandal. The charges are set amid a broader … Read more

NMSU Sued by California Family After Tragic Student Death: Details Inside

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Las Cruces, NM – A California family has initiated legal action against New Mexico State University following the tragic death of their son, who died during a university-sanctioned event. The lawsuit claims that the institution’s negligence contributed to the young man’s untimely demise, sparking a conversation around safety protocols and responsibility in academic settings. The deceased, an enthusiastic freshman eager to immerse himself in the college experience, was participating in an outdoor event organized by one of the university’s clubs. According to the lawsuit filed by the family, the event lacked adequate safety measures, and … Read more

Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against NMSU Over Fatal 2022 Campus Shooting Incident

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Las Cruces, NM – A wrongful death lawsuit has been initiated against New Mexico State University following a fatal shooting incident on its campus in 2022, where a 28-year-old engineering student from Albuquerque lost his life. The family of the deceased has filed the legal action, highlighting alleged security lapses that they believe contributed to the tragic event. The lawsuit argues that insufficient security measures and the failure to enforce existing campus safety policies directly allowed the circumstances leading to the student’s death. At the time of the shooting, which occurred near a campus dormitory, … Read more