Ohio State Sues Fraternity Over Fire Video

Two men engulfed in flames appear in a video that has forced Ohio State University to suspend the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. The footage captures one individual with burning sweatpants tackling a second man to the ground. As the second man’s clothing catches fire, both roll on the pavement to extinguish the flames while onlookers intervene.

University spokesperson Benjamin Johnson confirmed the interim suspension in a statement. He noted that the men are receiving medical care and that the university expects student organizations to uphold its values. The case has been referred to university police and the Columbus Division of Police.

Columbus Police Sgt. Joe Albert stated the incident occurred on Saturday. Police did not receive a direct call for service at the scene. Instead, a report came in on Sunday evening after the video began circulating on social media platforms.

Steve Mitchell, the chief executive officer of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, said the organization is actively investigating the circumstances. He stated that behavior violating the fraternity’s standards has no place in the group. Mitchell added that the fraternity will hold those responsible accountable based on the investigation’s findings.

Ohio State’s Columbus campus hosts more than 60,000 students. It is one of the largest university campuses in the country. Both the university and police investigations remain ongoing as of this week.

The suspension draws immediate public attention to the fraternity’s conduct. Local law enforcement is working closely with university officials to determine the full scope of the event.