Penn State Cocaine Ring: Arrests and Allegations

Authorities Uncover Cocaine Trafficking Operation at Penn State

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday, along with former DEA Administrator Derek Maltz, have announced significant developments in a cocaine trafficking operation at Penn State University. Fourteen individuals, including both current and former university students, have been arrested for alleged involvement in a drug ring. This ring reportedly used cash apps and Snapchat for the distribution of cocaine.

Details on the Suspects

Following the revelations of an alleged fraternity cocaine ring earlier, the Office of the Attorney General in Pennsylvania released complaints that provide detailed insights into each suspect’s role within the operation. These documents outline an alleged hierarchy, indicating roles from suppliers and distributors to fraternity members responsible for packaging and delivery.

Suspect Profiles and Alleged Roles

• Agostino “Pablo Pledgescobar” Abbatiello: Described as the “kingpin” of the operation, Abbatiello turned himself in and faced arraignment, with bail denied. He is charged with multiple felonies.
• Thomas Robinson: Allegedly managed logistics and distribution, using Snapchat for sales. Arrest initiated by an informant’s purchase.
• Mohammed Huraibi: An early distributor who collaborated financially with Robinson before separating from bulk purchasing.
• Lars Zeepvat: Allegedly sourced cocaine in Philadelphia and partnered with Abbatiello.
• Robert Zanolla: Accused of transporting cocaine from New York City for Abbatiello.
• Paul Robinson: Allegedly assisted his son, Thomas Robinson, in concealing evidence.
• Michael Brogno Jr.: Involved in packaging cocaine under direction.
• Kaden Howe: Charged for cocaine purchasing and delivery assistance.
• Connor Hurleigh: Assisted with cocaine packaging and delivery.
• Seth Beardsley: Packaged cocaine using digital tools under Robinson’s guidance.
• Daniel Price: Facing charges linked to packaging cocaine.
• Kyle Ridpath: Charged with assistance in cocaine packaging.
• Liam Smith: Allegedly purchased cocaine from Abbatiello and assisted with packaging.
• Charlie Weisman: Assisted Robinson by packaging and weighing cocaine.

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty. Court documents have not specified fraternities for some individuals or detailed all charges as felonies. Authorities continue to investigate the full extent of the operation.