Paul Robinson Fights 2 Felony Charges in Penn State Cocaine Ring as Sept. 2 Hearing Nears
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Updated · CBS New York · Aug 20
Paul Robinson Fights 2 Felony Charges in Penn State Cocaine Ring as Sept. 2 Hearing Nears
3 articles · Updated · CBS New York · Aug 20
Summary
Michael DeRiso said Paul Robinson will challenge the evidence at a Sept. 2 preliminary hearing, arguing the prominent Pittsburgh lawyer remains innocent and should keep practicing law.
Robinson faces felony tampering and hindering apprehension charges after prosecutors accused him of removing or hiding a safe that allegedly contained drugs and cash tied to the Penn State trafficking case.
The alleged ring involved 13 current or former Penn State students and two fraternities; Robinson's son Thomas was arrested in December 2024 on drug manufacturing and delivery charges and later cooperated, authorities said.
DeRiso said the events began when Robinson responded to a call from his son about two years ago, and he suggested the defense will argue any account of Robinson's actions was less criminal than prosecutors claim.