College Class President Blames Robbery On Gambling Addiction
POSTED: 7:58 am EST December 15,
2005
The college class president accused of robbing a local bank is blaming a gambling addiction for the heist.Greg Hogan, 19, is charged with robbing a Lehigh County bank.Police said the college sophomore walked into a Wachovia Bank in Allentown last Friday, handed the teller a note demanding money and got away with more than $2,000.
Hogan's lawyer said the Lehigh University student was $5,000 in debt because of Internet gambling."Maybe by Greg getting arrested, it may help other kids come out and get help sooner," said John Waldron, Hogan's attorney.Hogan was later arrested at a fraternity house.He faces up to 20 years in prison on robbery charges.If you think you or someone you know has a gambling problem call gamblers anonymous at (215) 468-1991 for help.Related Resources
Teenage Gambling Addiction Resources
Arizona Council On Compulsive Gambling: Teen Gambling Problems
Gamblers Anonymous
Gam-Anon.org: For Families Of Compulsive Gamblers
National Council On Problem Gambling
Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey
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Teenage Gambling Addiction Resources
Arizona Council On Compulsive Gambling: Teen Gambling Problems
Gamblers Anonymous
Gam-Anon.org: For Families Of Compulsive Gamblers
National Council On Problem Gambling
Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey
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