COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — An Ohio State fraternity has been placed on temporary suspension while it investigates a reported incident in which two individuals were set on fire.
In a statement made late Sunday night, OSU spokesperson Ben Johnson said that Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter is under investigation after reviewing video footage that has gone viral online. The reported incident occurred Saturday in the 1900 block of Indianola Avenue.
“The university is aware of this extremely concerning incident, and the individuals in question are receiving needed medical care. Ohio State has placed the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity on interim suspension pending a full investigation. The university has made referrals to university police and Columbus police, and city law enforcement is investigating.”