McQueary: Joe Paterno admitted PSU’s failure in Sandusky scandal

CBS NEWS: Mike McQueary, the former Penn State assistant coach who reported an instance of Jerry Sandusky’s abuse, was called as a witness in a hearing of three former Penn State officials accused in a cover-up of the Sandusky sex abuse scandal.

According to the Associated Press, McQueary testified Monday that Joe Paterno told him “Old Main screwed up” — likely a reference to the school’s administration.

“He said the university is going to come down hard on you,” McQueary said. “‘Don’t worry about me. They’re going to try to scapegoat you. Trust your lawyers. Don’t trust Cynthia Baldwin. Don’t trust Old Main.’ I’m sorry, but that’s what he said.” … (more)

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