UC Berkeley student hospitalized after reportedly drowning at off-campus fraternity

By Jose Fabian

A UC Berkeley student was hospitalized after reportedly drowning at an off-campus fraternity on Friday, the university’s Student Affairs said Saturday.

The university said they were aware of reports of a student drowning Friday night while at an off-campus Alpha Delta Phi fraternity.

“Our thoughts are with the student, their family, loved ones and friends during this time,” UC Berkeley said. “We are following our protocols to offer support to the student and their family. The safety and wellbeing of our students remains our top priority.”  

CBS News Bay Area reached out to Alpha Delta Phi and recieved a statement from their national leadership.

“Alpha Delta Phi is aware of an incident at the University of California-Berkeley and is fully cooperating with the local authorities; our priority is the safety and well-being of all members and guests. As this remains an active investigation, we are unable to provide additional details at this time,” the fraternity said.

There is an ongoing police investigation, the university confirmed. 

The Berkeley Police Department said the incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. Officers said the fire department performed CPR and rushed the 19-year-old man to the hospital, where he was last reported to be in critical condition.

UC Berkeley said free psychological services are provided to students, and any student in need should reach out to the Counseling and Psychological Services.