Penn State player Amin Vanover charged with DUI in recent incident

Amin Vanover, a 23-year-old defensive lineman for Penn State, was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana following an incident on August 8. Police stopped Vanover's black Dodge Charger due to an expired tag and detected the smell of marijuana. Upon further investigation, he was arrested for suspicion of DUI and underwent a blood test, which confirmed the presence of delta-9 THC and its metabolites. The charges against Vanover include misdemeanor counts of DUI of a controlled substance and a summary charge for driving an unregistered vehicle. His preliminary hearing is set for October 2, where the legal proceedings will begin to address the allegations. In response to the situation, a spokesperson for Penn State acknowledged the charges and emphasized that such actions do not align with the program's values and standards. The university has stated that they will address the matter internally but will refrain from further comments due to the ongoing legal process. As a senior defensive end, Vanover has contributed to the team with two tackles in the first two games of the season. The incident raises concerns about the impact on his athletic career and the team's reputation as they prepare to host Kent State on September 21.