Sigma Alpha Epsilon, a fraternity at Ohio State University, has been temporarily suspended while authorities investigate a video that appears to show two men on fire. The university has referred the matter to its own investigators and to Columbus police.
The video, shared on social media, reportedly shows one individual with his sweatpants on fire who then tackles a second individual, whose clothing also catches fire. Both men are seen rolling on the ground and removing their clothes as onlookers intervene.
University spokesperson Benjamin Johnson stated that the individuals involved are receiving medical care. Columbus police sergeant Joe Albert indicated that the incident appears to have taken place on Saturday, with police being alerted on Sunday evening about the video circulating online.
Steve Mitchell, CEO of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, said the organisation is actively investigating the circumstances and will take appropriate action based on the findings.