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Three frat brothers arrested over hazing death at an Arizona university

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  • Three fraternity members at Northern Arizona University have been arrested on hazing charges following the death of an 18-year-old student.
  • The student was found unresponsive at an off-campus residence on Saturday morning, after attending a Delta Tau Delta fraternity 'rush' event on Friday evening where alcohol was reportedly consumed.
  • The arrested individuals are 20-year-old Ryan Creech, Riley Cass, and Carter Eslick, who held executive positions within the Delta Tau Delta fraternity.
  • Northern Arizona University has suspended the Delta Tau Delta fraternity, stating that violence, hazing, or any behaviour endangering others has no place at the institution.
  • Detectives are coordinating with the Coconino County Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the student’s cause of death as the investigation continues.
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