TULSA, Okla. — The University of Tulsa is investigating an alleged hazing incident that took place on campus last month.
2 News Oklahoma received a tip from an anonymous student at TU, who claimed that pledges with Kappa Sigma were being hazed.
WATCH: TU investigates hazing report on campus, police uncover alcohol, drugs, and weapons
A report from the University of Tulsa Crime Log confirmed that police responded to the Kappa Sigma house on March 24. Officers investigated the house and confiscated alcohol, controlled drug substances, weapons, and property belonging to TU.
A representative from TU sent this statement to 2 News:
"The University of Tulsa is investigating a report of hazing on campus. The university has clear processes in place to examine, evaluate and respond to reported incidents of inappropriate student behavior. We take this issue very seriously and have zero tolerance for hazing."
According to the Executive Director of Kappa Sigma, the TU chapter has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.
"The Kappa Sigma Fraternity is aware of an alleged incident at the University of Tulsa involving our Epsilon-Mu Chapter. The operations of the Chapter are suspended pending an investigation. Given the ongoing nature of the information gathering process, it would be inappropriate to provide further comment at this time."
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