A fraternity at a New Jersey college was suddenly shuttered last week, following an alleged hazing incident that left a student seriously injured.
Alpha Sigma Phi at Rutgers University was closed on October 22, a week after a 19-year-old student was found unresponsive at the fraternity’s off-campus house in New Brunswick. The Daily Targum reported that the fraternity chapter’s closure follows years of safety violations, including open wiring and obstructed exits.
Reports indicated that the unidentified student’s injuries were caused by exposed electric wires and water. Additionally, Gordy Heminger, a spokesperson for Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity, Inc., confirmed in a statement to NJ.com that the Rutgers chapter was closed due to hazing.
On October 15, police responded to the fraternity house after an emergency call was placed and immediately disconnected. Responding officers discovered the unresponsive teen, who was hospitalized in critical condition for a few days.
According to Patch, a Middlesex County prosecutor said his condition is improving, and he is no longer in critical condition.
Though details remain scarce, officials said the incident occurred in the basement. News12 reported that the fraternity house was ultimately condemned, but it is unclear what specifically led to the designation.
The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the October 15 incident.
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