Star Illinois basketball player Terrence Shannon Jr. suspended amid rape charges.
Shannon turned himself in after a warrant for his arrest was issued in Kansas.
The alleged assault occurred during a visit to Lawrence for a football game.
Shannon posted $50,000 bail and plans to take the case to trial, according to his attorney.
The university was aware of the investigation since September but lacked actionable information.
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Shannon faces severe charges, with a potential prison sentence of up to 653 months if convicted.
Illinois emphasizes its zero-tolerance policy for sexual misconduct.
Shannon, a standout player, leads the Illini in points per game this season.
The case remains under investigation, with no official comments from the district attorney's office.
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