Shocking news emerged from Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania as two students were suspended from the swim team following a report of a racial slur being scratched onto a student’s body. The incident involved a plastic or ceramic tool used to etch the offensive term onto the victim, triggering an active investigation through the student conduct process.
The family of the targeted student spoke out, revealing that their son was the victim of a hate crime at a swim team gathering on campus. The perpetrator, described as someone the victim trusted, reportedly used a box cutter to carve the derogatory term onto the victim’s chest. The college has refrained from disclosing further details, citing privacy laws and the ongoing investigation.
Gettysburg College President Robert Iuliano expressed deep concern over the incident, emphasizing the college’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment free from discrimination. While the victim opted for the college’s internal process to address the issue, authorities urge the importance of reporting such incidents to the police for further action.