Cal State Fullerton Student Dies After Frat Event, Investigation Underway

An 18-year-old Cal State Fullerton student dies from suspected alcohol poisoning after a fraternity gathering. Police seek public help in the ongoing investi...

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September 16, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Fullerton, United States — An 18-year-old Cal State Fullerton student has died following an incident at a fraternity event, with authorities investigating the cause of his death.

The young man, identified as Anthony Joseph Blas, was taken to St. Jude Medical Center in critical condition early Sunday morning and later pronounced dead. The incident occurred after he attended an unaffiliated fraternity gathering near Associated Road and Milton Avenue on Saturday night.

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While alcohol use is believed to have contributed to his death, no official cause has been released yet. Authorities have ruled out hazing and foul play as factors in the case. This tragedy marks the second loss for the university community within a year, following the death of soccer player Lauren Turner, who passed away after a severe accident last fall.

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