District attorney to discuss Fresno State hazing death

By Marc Benjamin - The Fresno Bee

Tuesday, Mar. 12, 2013 | 12:14 AM Modified Tue, Mar 12, 2013 06:29 AM

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The Fresno County District Attorney's Office said it will discuss on Tuesday the fraternity hazing incident at Fresno State that led to the alcohol-related death of a freshman pledge last year.

The District Attorney's office didn't indicate whether it would prosecute a case in the death of Philip Dhanens, 18, of Bakersfield.

Officials said they would hold a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the issues surrounding those who provided alcohol to the victim at a party on Aug. 31, 2012.

"The Fresno County District Attorney's Office and Fresno Police Department have partnered to highlight the repercussions of underage drinking, as well as the consequences and responsibility" of providing alcoholic beverages to minors, a prepared statement said.

Dhanens' blood alcohol level was 0.36 -- between four and five times the legal limit for drivers.

Coroner: Fresno State freshman died of 'acute intoxication'

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Courtesy Garces Memorial High School - Philip Dhanens

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A lighted wreath is a poignant reminder as several hundred people turned out for a candlelight vigil at Fresno State to honor fraternity pledge Philip Dhanens on Sept. 4, 2012. Dhanens died while drinking at the Theta Chi fraternity on Sunday, Sept. 2.

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Fresno State President John Welty lights a candle as several hundred people turned out for a candlelight vigil at Fresno State to honor fraternity pledge Philip Dhanens on Sept. 4, 2012. Dhanens died while drinking at the Theta Chi fraternity on Sunday, Sept. 2.

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