Michigan State DE Auston Robertson Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct
Michigan State defensive end Auston Robertson was charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct Friday.
According to Kyle Austin of MLive.com, Robertson was suspended from the team April 9 in relation to the investigation.
Mark Dantonio announced Friday that Robertson has now been dismissed from the team, per Chris Solari of the Detroit Free Press.
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Per Matt Charboneau of the Detroit News, the alleged incident occurred April 9 in Meridian Charter Township, Michigan, and is unrelated to a separate sexual assault investigation involving three other MSU players.
Robertson played sparingly for the Spartans as a freshman in 2016, registering three tackles and one forced fumble.
According to Scout.com, Robertson was a 4-star prospect out of Fort Wayne, Indiana, prior to committing to Michigan State.
The 19-year-old could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
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