Whether you want to acknowledge it or not, in the eyes of the AD, the HC is responsible for almost EVERYTHING that happens in their program. Might seem foolish when you're dealing with young adults, but the HC is a father/mentor/teacher/cop and other things to these guys.
Until, or if, we learn more the rumors will swirl. And it's still too early to know if criminal charges may eventually come into play. The veil of secrecy that is currently in place leads to the conversation we are having now.
If I'm wrong, I'll be back to apologize. If I'm right, I'll be back to say "I told you so".
To those that think I'm full of shit... we'll see.