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Reports find no coverup by CU in Joe Tumpkin domestic violence allegations, punishment occurs

DENVER – In the report led by WilmerHale, a law firm that includes former U.S. Sen. Ken Salazar, the University of Colorado’s key figures were found to not have intentionally covered up the allegations of domestic violence against former defensive coach Joe Tumpkin.

While there was no cover up the report does find wrongdoing by the school in three areas: Failure to report domestic violence allegations, failure to report to law enforcement and failure to supervise Tumpkin.

The biggest punishment comes for chancellor Phil DiStefano, who will serve a 10-day suspension. DiStefano along with Mike MacIntyre and Rick George will receive letters of reprimand.