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IU hazing pledge recounts lead to charges
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: A hospitalized pledge alleges hazing by Phi Kappa Psi; IU issued a cease-and-desist after the Oct. 2025 incident. Seven face charges.
WHO: A hospitalized pledge and members of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity
WHAT: Alleged hazing incident at Indiana University; cease-and-desist issued; seven members facing charges
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 3:58 PM ET
WHERE: Indiana University
WHY: The alleged hazing incident in October 2025 led the university to issue a cease-and-desist directive and prosecutors to file charges.
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