8 arrested following post-game riots in Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) – Police said eight people have been arrested and more than two dozen cited following riots that erupted in Morgantown after West Virginia University’s win over Baylor.
Morgantown Police Chief Ed Preston said the charges and criminal citations included underage consumption, malicious burning, destruction of property and disorderly conduct.
Preston said Tuesday in a news release eight police cars belonging to several law enforcement agencies were damaged by rocks, beer bottles and construction debris thrown by rioters. A fire engine and two Morgantown fire marshal vehicles also were damaged.
The university said any student found to be involved in the incidents will face sanctions, up to and including expulsion.