DSU suspends fraternity, says hazing could have played a role in crash

DOVER, Del. –  Delaware State University has placed a hold on all activities for a “Greek-letter” organization after receiving information that hazing could have played a role in a car crash that left two students in critical condition and two others in stable condition.

In a statement from DSU President Dr. Wilma Mishoe and Executive Vice President Dr. Tony Allen said that after receiving more information they have decided to launch a thorough investigation into the pledging process of at least one Greek Life organization.

They also said DSU is “committed to creating a campus that is welcoming to all students and supporting them in their academic and student life throughout their college years. Any action to the contrary will not be tolerated. To be clear, the University does not condone hazing or abusive conduct in any fashion, at any time.”

According to Delaware State Police the crash happened Saturday, February 23 on Route 1 approaching the Route 6 overpass. Investigators say for an unknown reason the Chevy Impala traveled into the center grass median and then spun counter-clockwise across continuing into the northbound lanes and into the path of a 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The front end of the Toyota struck the passenger side of the Chevy, pushing it northbound for a short distance before both vehicles came to a stop in the middle of the roadway.

The driver and right front passenger of the Chevy were taken to the Christiana Hospital in critical condition. Meanwhile, the left rear passenger and the right rear passenger were taken to local hospitals in stable condition.