Suspended Gators reach agreement

GAINESVILLE — The credit card scandal that led to the suspensions of nine Florida Gators in August and 62 felony complaints last month is nearing an end for most of the players involved.

Star receiver and six others have agreed to enter a pretrial intervention program that would lead to the dismissal of third-degree felony credit card fraud charges for each.

Alachua County State Attorney filed paperwork with the court on Thursday, but said each defendant and his case will be presented to the court over the next few weeks for formal approval by a judge.

The program essentially is voluntary probation during a 12-month period. Charges will be dropped for those who comply with the guidelines, which include community service, court costs and restitution.

Thursday’s news is unlikely to impact the players’ status with the team. Each will have to face UF’s Student Code of Conduct Committee, UF coach said Thursday.

Callaway, Scarlett and seven other Gators — defensive lineman defensive lineman linebacker linebacker

receiver defensive end and offensive tackle were accused of transferring money from stolen credit cards into their UF bookstore accounts to purchase items.

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