The Brazos County sheriff’s office and Texas A&M police are investigating a report of hazing at an off campus fraternity.
A news release from the sheriff’s office says a report was made Sunday (September 21) of what happened the Sunday before last (September 14) at the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.
News releases from the sheriff’s office and university police say an undisclosed number of current members are accused of taking an undisclosed number of pledges to a secluded area on fraternity property off North Dowling Road, where they engaged in physical activity until exhaustion.
At least one pledge sought medical treatment for undisclosed injuries.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the sheriff’s office or university police.
A university spokesperson tells WTAW News that the division of student affairs is investigating possible violations of the student conduct code.
WTAW News has sent e-mails with an invitation to reply to the allegations to the fraternity’s leadership and chapter advisors as listed on the fraternity’s website, along with the e-mail listed with the fraternity’s Facebook page.
News release from the Brazos County sheriff’s office:
On September 21, 2025, the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible hazing incident involving the Kappa Sigma Fraternity in the 10400 block of North Dowling Road, Brazos County, Texas. The incident is reported to have occurred on September 14, 2025.
Preliminary information indicates that on September 14, a group of prospective new members (pledges) of the fraternity were instructed to attend an event at the off-campus fraternity property. Current members reportedly brought the pledges to a secluded area where they were told to engage in physical activity until exhaustion. At least one participant later sought medical treatment for injuries sustained during the event.
The investigation has revealed there may be additional victims or witnesses. We strongly encourage anyone with information to contact our office.
The Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating this matter and has notified the Texas A&M University Police Department of the investigation.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Sgt. Trey Oldham at Toldham@brazoscountytx.gov or Investigator David Grissom at DGrissom@brazoscountytx.gov, or call the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office at 979-361-4900.
What is Hazing?
Hazing is any activity expected of someone joining or affiliated with a group that causes or creates a risk of physical or psychological injury—humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them—regardless of a person’s willingness to participate.
Hazing Prevention Tips
The Brazos County Sheriff’s Office and Texas A&M Police Department encourages the community to help prevent hazing by following these tips:
• Be aware of the definition of hazing, as well as federal, state, local laws, and University rules and policies.
• Recognize the warning signs of anyone pressuring participation in activities for organizational membership.
• Refuse to participate in any unsafe activity that puts your health or dignity in jeopardy.
• Report concerning behavior or activity to local law enforcement immediately.
• Join with other new members to refuse to be hazed.
• Seek support at https://studentconduct.tamu.edu/stophazing/.
News release from Texas A&M police:
On September 21, 2025, the Texas A&M University Police Department (UPD) was notified of a local law enforcement investigation regarding a reported Hazing incident that occurred at an off-campus fraternity property.
On September 14, 2025, a group of prospective new members (pledges) of a fraternity were instructed to attend an event at the off-campus fraternity property. The current members brought the pledges to a secluded area where they were told to engage in physical activity until exhaustion. At least one participant later sought medical treatment for injuries sustained during the event.
Hazing is any activity expected of someone joining or affiliated with a group that causes or creates a risk of physical or psychological injury (humiliates, degrades, abuses, or endangers them), regardless of a person’s willingness to participate.
Anyone having information pertaining to this crime or other incidents is encouraged to contact the Texas A&M University Police Department at 979-845-2345.
While universities are required under the Clery Act to notify the public of such reports, it is also our responsibility to provide information regarding personal protective measures.
Hazing Prevention Tips:
– Be aware of the definition, federal, state and local law, and University Rules and Policy regarding Hazing.
– Recognize the warning signs of others pressuring participation in an activity for organizational membership.
– Refuse to participate in unsafe activity that puts your health or dignity in jeopardy.
– Report any concerning behavior or activity to local law enforcement immediately.
– Join together with other new members to refuse to be hazed.
– Seek support from https://studentconduct.tamu.edu/stophazing/
Statement to WTAW News from a Texas A&M spokesperson:
Texas A&M University does not tolerate hazing and takes allegations of hazing seriously. The Division of Student Affairs is aware of hazing allegations recently reported. The allegations are currently under investigation for possible violations of the Student Conduct Code. The university will fully cooperate with any law enforcement investigations related to these allegations. Given the active investigation, we cannot share additional details at this time.