Manslaughter Charges Upgraded In Florida A&M Hazing Case

NPR | March 05, 2013 3:20 p.m.

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Twelve former members of the Florida A&M marching band are charged in the hazing death of drum major Robert Champion. The charges have now been upgraded to manslaughter. Champion's parents said Tuesday that they are encouraged by the stiffer charges.