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Illini Forward Darius Paul Suspended Indefinitely, Sent Home From European Tour

(CBS) Illini forward Darius Paul had been suspended indefinitely and sent home from the team's European tour for violating team rules.

"We have specific standards of behavior for every member of our team, and when those expectations are not met, there are consequences," Illinois coach John Groce said in a statement. "Darius is returning home immediately, and we will evaluate his status with the team following our return to Champaign."

Paul was arrested in Deauville, France for vandalism, public intoxication and resisting arrest after police responded to reports of someone smashing car windows, according to WCIA-TV in Champaign.

Paul had rejoined the team after being suspended for the entire 2014-'15 season. He played last season at a junior college in Texas.

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