Phelps indiscretion looming larger
Posted: 02.04.2009 at 9:15 AM
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- South Carolina authorities say they are considering criminal charges against Olympic superstar Michael Phelps.
 
Richland County Sheriff's investigators are gathering more information about the photo that shows Phelps smoking from a marijuana pipe. The inquiry began after a British tabloid published the picture, which was taken while Phelps was visiting the University of South Carolina at a house party in November.
 
Phelps did not dispute the photo's authenticity and has issued a public apology.

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