Drexel Frat Suspended After Sex Assault Allegations

PHILADELPHIA – Drexel University officials are reportedly investigating claims of sexual assault at one of the school's fraternities. During the investigation, the chapter Drexel of Tau Kappa Epsilon has been placed on interim suspension.

According to an official statement from Drexel, the alleged assaults occurred on April 28 and May 4 at the fraternity, which is located on the 3400 block of Powelton Avenue.

"Drexel does not tolerate sexual harassment or misconduct, in any form, and adheres to all federal, state and local requirements for intervention, crime reporting and privacy provisions related to sexual misconduct," the university's statement reads.

Philadelphia Police Special Victim's Unit are not involved in the investigation, which is being led by Drexel University Police and the school's Office of Equality and Diversity, according to Philly.com and Drexel.

"Drexel Public Safety encourages students, faculty, and staff to be alert, take precautions, and report crimes and suspicious activities," a public safety alert on the alleged assault reads. "Your efforts to stay well-informed and take preventive action will help in maintaining the safest possible environment on Drexel’s campuses."

Tau Kappa Epsilon, or TKE for short, was suspended in 2013 and again in 2014 for various reasons, according to Philly.com.

This suspension is sure to add more backlash against fraternities across the country, as members of a Penn State fraternity have recently been charged in the death of a young fraternity pledge.

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