Bowie State Student Sues Fraternity for $3 Million in Hazing Allegations

A Bowie State University fraternity was suspended after a student filed a lawsuit Dec. 29.

Kevin Hayes, 20, claims that he was assaulted by some of his fraternity brothers in Alpha Phi Alpha between September and November of 2013.

Hayes is suing the organization for $3 million. He claims he was punched, hit, and slapped during pledging. He claims that pledges were told not to “snitch” about the hazing.

Alpha Phi Alpha released a statement on the case saying that they are unable to comment on the allegations. The statement went on to say:

“Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. does not condone and strictly prohibits hazing in any form whether physical or mental as a term or condition of membership in the organization.

“Any member found violating the fraternity anti-hazing policy will be immediately suspended with recommendation for expulsion. In addition, the fraternity will cooperate with law enforcement to ensure that any person violating the law will be brought to justice”

The lawsuit was filed with the Prince George’s County Circuit Court.

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