Hazing

Southern University Hazing Case Advances: Grand Jury to Review Charges Against Key Suspect in Student’s Tragic Death

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BATON ROUGE, La. — A grand jury will review the case of at least one of the three individuals charged with criminal hazing linked to the death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson, according to an attorney representing one of the suspects. Franz Borghardt, representing Isaiah Smith, stated that a bond review hearing for his client in the 19th Judicial District Court went smoothly. Borghardt confirmed that the state intends to bring the case before a grand jury in September. Smith was arrested in March following Wilson’s death and was released on a $25,000 bond … Read more

Northwestern University Agrees to Settlement in Football Team Hazing Lawsuit

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Evanston, Ill. – Northwestern University announced it will settle a lawsuit which accused its football program of fostering a culture wherein hazing was allegedly prevalent. The decision marks a critical moment for the prestigious institution, indicating a move towards rectifying alleged systemic issues within its athletic department. The lawsuit, initiated by a former player, claimed that he and others were subjected to repeated harassment and degrading incidents by teammates, allegedly encouraged by the team’s environment. These allegations brought to light serious concerns about the practices within collegiate sports programs, prompting calls for wider reforms. As … Read more

Bucknell University Football Player’s Tragic First Day Leads to Family Lawsuit Over Alleged Hazing and Neglect

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LEWISBURG, Pa. – At Bucknell University, a family is grappling with immense grief following the death of their son, CJ Dickey, who tragically collapsed during his initial workout with the school’s football team. Calvin Dickey, CJ’s father, expressed the profound loss, noting the difficulty they now face even just glancing at his son’s room. The distress of the Dickey family has led them to file a legal action against Bucknell University, its officials, and athletic staff members. They claim in their lawsuit that 18-year-old CJ, who was set to play as an offensive lineman, was … Read more

Lawyer Claims NMSU Hazing Incident Involving Ex-Basketball Player Was Just ‘Horseplay’

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Las Cruces, NM – During a press conference on Monday, the legal team of former New Mexico State University basketball player Deshawndre Washington dismissed sexual assault allegations connected to a 2023 hazing incident as mere “horseplay.” Attorneys Michael E. Cain and David Mestemaker categorically denied any criminal activity on Washington’s part, framing the charges as a misunderstanding of locker room antics typical in competitive sports. Washington, who is facing 15 charges including criminal sexual penetration and false imprisonment, has seen his burgeoning NBA career halted by the scandal. The charges are set amid a broader … Read more