Student fraternity suspended after death of Dartmouth student

Dartmouth College officials have suspended two Greek organizations while authorities continue to investigate the death of 20-year-old student Won Jang.

“Dartmouth has suspended two Greek organizations, Beta Alpha Omega and Alpha Phi, while the investigation continues, and we are working closely with the Hanover Police Department, who are leading the investigation,” a spokesperson said in a statement to Boston.com.

Jang was found dead in the Connecticut River on Sunday. Authorities said no foul play is suspected. He was last seen Saturday night at an “informal social gathering” near the docks in the area of ​​8 Boathouse Road. He was reported missing after failing to show up for an appointment on Sunday.

Police, firefighters and crews from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department searched the river and surrounding area. Jang’s body was found about 20 meters offshore on Sunday evening.

Investigators are reportedly trying to determine whether alcohol and bullying played a role in Jang’s death.

“There is evidence that alcohol was involved, at least from witnesses and conversations with such individuals. That is also part of our investigation. We received an anonymous email from the college this morning that there may have been hazing involved, so we will definitely be looking into that aspect as well,” Hanover Police Chief Charles Dennis told WMUR.

Jang, a biomedical engineering student, was a member of Beta Alpha Omega, Dartmouth officials said.

“The entire Dartmouth community is mourning the tragic loss of Won Jang. Our counseling team has been assisting the family since yesterday, and Dartmouth is providing all possible support to Won’s parents, family and friends,” the Dartmouth spokesperson said.

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