Rutgers University Fraternity Shut Down After Hazing Incident Leaves Student Seriously Injured

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A Rutgers University fraternity, Alpha Sigma Phi, has been shut down after an investigation found that hazing occurred at an off-campus house where a student suffered serious injuries. The fraternity has taken full responsibility for the hazing incident and has expelled any members involved. The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office is still investigating the incident, which occurred on October 15, and the student remains hospitalized, but no longer in critical condition.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity at Rutgers University has been shut down after an investigation found hazing occurred at an off-campus house, resulting in a student suffering serious injuries.
  • The fraternity's president, Gordy Heminger, has stated that any member involved in the hazing incident will be permanently expelled and will face the maximum penalties allowed by law.
  • The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office is still investigating the incident, which occurred on October 15, and the student remains hospitalized, but no longer in critical condition.
  • The fraternity house was declared unsafe for human occupancy by the City of New Brunswick due to multiple building code violations.
  • Students who spoke to CBS News New York said that the Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity did not have the best reputation on campus.
  • "Nothing's gonna change if these guys don't face some serious punishments," said former Rutgers student Novle Avellino.
  • "You hear about it so much, but when it actually happens, like, this close to home, it's like, wow, this is reality," said Rutgers sophomore Prithish Srinivasan.

Statistics:

  • 19: The age of the student who was injured in the hazing incident.
  • October 15: The date of the hazing incident.
  • 1: The number of building code violations found at the fraternity house.
  • Multiple: The number of members involved in the hazing incident who will be expelled.
  • Maximum: The penalties that members will face for their involvement in the hazing incident.

Sources:

  • CBS News New York: "Rutgers University fraternity shut down after hazing incident leaves student seriously injured"
  • WCBS: "Rutgers University fraternity shut down over hazing incident"
  • Alpha Sigma Phi International: Statement from President and CEO Gordy Heminger
  • Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office: Official statement regarding the hazing incident