Rutgers University’s Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity chapter has been permanently closed following a serious hazing incident earlier this month. A 19-year-old student was critically injured after being electrically shocked and coming into contact with water at the fraternity’s College Avenue house. The incident occurred on October 15 and was discovered after authorities responded to a disconnected 911 call.
The national fraternity confirmed hazing was involved, leading to the chapter’s closure. The house, which had a history of building code violations, was vandalized before members could retrieve their belongings. University police reported damage to doors and missing items, but found no signs of forced entry.
The student, whose name has not been released, is no longer in critical condition but remains hospitalized. The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office continues to investigate the incident. The university is seeking information about the vandalism and encourages anyone with details to contact the Rutgers University Police Department.
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