On Wednesday evening, University of Arizona president Robert C. Robbins announced that the school will begin an independent investigation into the allegations facing the Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball program levied by the FBI, and will begin the dismissal process for currently suspended assistant coach Emanuel “Book” Richardson.
Here is the full statement from Robbins:
“I have directed the University of Arizona to initiate an independent investigation into the alleged actions of Emanuel Richardson and to retain an external law firm to conduct the investigation.
“We also have reviewed the specific factual allegations in the criminal complaint and have initiated the dismissal process against Mr.