Ohio State University fraternity suspended after video of fire incident emerges

Ohio State University has announced the temporary suspension of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity due to a video circulating on social media that shows two individuals engulfed in flames.

University spokesperson Benjamin Johnson stated that the footage is extremely concerning and confirmed that the individuals involved are receiving medical care. Johnson emphasized the university's commitment to providing a safe environment and stated that the matter is being investigated by both university administration and the Columbus police.

Columbus police reported that the incident is believed to have occurred on Saturday. They noted that no reports were received by the police department at the time of the incident, but a notification was made after the video began circulating online on Sunday evening.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon CEO Steve Mitchell emphasized that behavior violating the organization's high standards is unacceptable. Mitchell stated that those responsible will be held accountable as a result of the investigation being conducted in cooperation with university officials and local law enforcement.