A student told police that an encounter at a fraternity house in 2024 "felt like coercion," according to a statement obtained by ABC News.
The statement was given to law enforcement as part of an investigation into events at the house. ABC News reported the details of the account but did not specify the campus or the names of those involved.
The student described the encounter in her own words to investigators, saying the situation left her feeling pressured rather than free to leave or refuse. The statement is among the records reviewed by ABC News.
Details about what prompted the police report, when it was filed, and whether charges followed were not immediately clear from the reporting. It was also not clear whether the fraternity or its national organization has responded to the allegation.
The account adds to a growing set of cases in which students report pressure and coercion inside Greek life housing. Such reports have drawn attention from campus officials, Title IX offices, and local police across the country in recent years.
Fraternity houses are private residences in many states, which can complicate how police and universities handle reports of misconduct that occur inside them. Victims' advocates say the setting can make students hesitant to come forward, particularly when the people involved share classes, social circles, or campus housing.
ABC News did not say whether the student pursued a formal complaint through her school or through the criminal justice system. The status of any investigation was not disclosed.
Headings.US has not independently verified the statement or the circumstances surrounding it. The article is based on ABC News reporting.
The case comes as colleges face continued scrutiny over how they handle reports of sexual misconduct tied to fraternities. Several universities have tightened rules on Greek organizations in recent years, including limits on recruitment events and alcohol at chapter houses.
It was not known whether the fraternity involved has faced prior complaints or disciplinary action.
