LSU Fraternities Suspended After Hazing Allegations
The university has placed Delta Kappa Epsilon and Phi Gamma Delta on interim suspension following abuse complaints.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in College Life
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Louisiana State University has suspended two fraternities, Delta Kappa Epsilon and Phi Gamma Delta, amid serious allegations of hazing. District Attorney Hillar Moore has launched an investigation into the claims following an anonymous complaint filed on September 4.
Why it matters
The disciplinary action follows allegations of dangerous physical acts forced upon pledges, drawing immediate scrutiny from local legal authorities. Universities are increasingly under pressure to enforce strict anti-hazing policies to prevent severe student injuries.
Allegations include forcing Phi Gamma Delta pledges to drink a gallon of chocolate milk and stand blindfolded for two hours. Delta Kappa Epsilon pledges were reportedly subjected to wall sits and waterboarding, with hazing offenses carrying a maximum six-month jail penalty.
The players
LSU
This is a public research university located in Baton Rouge that is currently managing disciplinary proceedings for campus organizations.
Hillar Moore
He is the District Attorney who initiated formal investigations into the reported hazing activities at the university fraternities.
Delta Kappa Epsilon
This is a fraternity previously suspended in 2019 that faces new allegations including waterboarding and forced wall sits.
Phi Gamma Delta
This is a fraternity facing allegations that members forced pledges to stand blindfolded for hours and consume large quantities of liquid.
Caleb Wilson
His death at Southern University prompted the enactment of legislation in Louisiana intended to increase accountability for hazing incidents.
The details
The investigation began after a September 4 complaint reported that a pledge sustained a broken collarbone. If organizations are found liable for hazing, the university has stated they will face a permanent ban from the campus.
Timeline
2019: Delta Kappa Epsilon was previously suspended for hazing.
2025: Delta Kappa Epsilon was reinstated to the university campus.
September 4, 2026: An anonymous complaint was filed regarding hazing allegations.
2029: Original scheduled date for end of fraternity suspension.
Key Facts
The investigation of these fraternities reflects the state-level compliance mandates established by the Caleb Wilson Act. This legislation mandates anti-hazing courses for university administrators and requires schools to maintain a public database of hazing incidents.
The suspension means these organizations are prohibited from campus activities during the investigation, affecting current student members and planned events. Residents and students should anticipate heightened oversight from both university administration and the District Attorney.
The takeaway
University fraternities face permanent expulsion if found liable for violating safety protocols and hazing laws. Students and administrators are reminded that hazing incidents carry potential criminal penalties and strict reporting requirements under state law.
Further reading
For more information on university policies, visit the College Life section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wafb.
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