Ohio State University has placed its Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity on interim suspension. This decision follows a troubling incident on November 7, where videos circulated online show two individuals catching fire near the campus.
The footage reveals one person lying on the ground with their pants ablaze, subsequently colliding with another individual who also caught fire. Onlookers quickly intervened to extinguish the flames, according to reports by NBC News and the Columbus Dispatch.
In a statement to PEOPLE, the university described the event as ‘extremely concerning.’ They assured that both individuals involved are receiving medical care. The university emphasized their commitment to safety, expecting students and organizations to uphold these values.
Ohio State has referred the incident to both university police and the Columbus Division of Police who are investigating. The latter was alerted to the footage on November 8, though no emergency calls were made on the night of the incident. Authorities, alongside the Columbus Division of Fire’s Arson Unit, aim to determine if any criminal acts occurred.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon’s national organization is also probing the situation. CEO Steve Mitchell highlighted their adherence to high conduct standards, pledging to hold any violators accountable. Cooperation with university and local officials is ongoing to ascertain the facts.
Efforts to reach out for additional comments from Columbus police, Ohio State University, and Sigma Alpha Epsilon are underway, as the investigation continues.
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