Kasandra Perkins Did Not Have to Die

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They've gone out of their way to suggest that Belcher murdered Perkins—who friends called 'Kasi'—because of sustained head injuries or because of alcohol or drug abuse. A police officer, Sgt. Richard Sharp, has even suggested that Belcher committed …
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NFL needs to tackle concussions, depression & abuse head-on after Jovan …

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An autopsy concluded that there were no obvious brain problems or drug abuse, however tissue from Seau's brain will be researched by the National Institutes of Health at the request of his family. Last year, former Bears player Dave Duerson also shot …
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Vince Gill confirmed for Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival

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Clapton hosted similar events in 2004, 2007 and 2010 to raise money for Crossroads Centre, a drug and alcohol addiction rehabilitation facility located on the Caribbean island of Antigua, according to CMT.com. Others scheduled to perform at the …
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