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Terrapin men's lacrosse attackman Travis Reed was charged Thursday with possession of marijuana and driving under the influence, University Police Spokesman Paul Dillon said. The freshman star was subsequently suspended for last night's 5-4 loss against Navy due to an unspecified "violation of team rules."

At about 2:20 a.m. Thursday, Reed was driving a motorized scooter in the parking lot of the 7-Eleven on Knox Road when police stopped him on suspicion of driving under the influence, and marijuana was found during a search, Dillon said.

Dillon added that while athletes receive no special treatment from University Police, in cases that could draw media attention, proper officials are notified. A release on Athletics Department letterhead was handed out just minutes before the opening face-off.

"The situation is being handled in accordance with the University's Student-Athlete Code of Conduct," the release reads.

The Student-Athlete Code of Conduct states that an athlete charged with DUI or DWI will face a suspension of 10 percent of his or her competitive schedule. For Reed, this likely means two games, including the Navy game. The code is not as clear on violations of possessions of marijuana or other drugs.

Reed was not available for comment. Coach Dave Cottle said he has not yet decided how the season will be affected by the charges against Reed.

"Our job as coaches is to educate our players on and off the field," Cottle said, reiterating that the team would follow the Athletics Department's policy on punishment for Reed.

Reed leads the Terps with 18 goals on the year, to go along with five assists. He watched the game from the sideline in street clothes.

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Story posted Saturday, April 5, at 2:40 p.m.

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