If you’re reading this in Murray County, Georgia, your family may be navigating one of the most terrifying moments of your life. Your child went away to college, full of hopes for new friendships and experiences. Instead, they were subjected to abuse and humiliation in the name of “tradition.” We understand what you’re going through – the fear, the anger, and the desperate search for answers. At Attorney911, we are here to help families in Murray County and across the nation fight back against the insidious culture of hazing.

We are not a hypothetical law firm that hopes to handle hazing cases someday. We are actively fighting this battle right now. Just weeks ago, in November 2025, our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, filed a $10 million lawsuit in Harris County Civil District Court, right here in Texas. This landmark case, Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc., et al., is against the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, the University of Houston, and 13 individual fraternity members. It represents everything we stand for: aggressive representation of hazing victims, data-driven litigation strategy, and relentless pursuit of accountability for every single entity responsible for hazing injuries. The same fight we’re bringing to Houston, we will bring to Murray County for your family.

The Landmark Case That Exposes Hazing: Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi

This is not just another case; it’s a chilling testament to the modern reality of hazing and precisely why families in Murray County need a firm that understands how to dismantle these powerful organizations. Leonel Bermudez was a young man with a bright future, a “ghost rush” planning to transfer to the University of Houston in Spring 2026. He wasn’t even an enrolled student yet, and he was subjected to systematic torture. This should send shivers down the spine of every parent in Murray County whose child is away at college or considering joining Greek life.

Leonel accepted a bid to join Pi Kappa Phi on September 16, 2025. What followed was an escalating campaign of abuse that continued for weeks. The hazing included acts so egregious they defy belief: waterboarding with a garden hose, being hog-tied face-down on a table with an object in his mouth, forced eating of milk, hot dogs, and peppercorns until he vomited, only to be forced to continue running sprints in his own vomit. He endured psychological torture, sleep deprivation, and relentless physical exertion, including hundreds of push-ups and squats, bear crawls, wheelbarrows, and 100-yard crawls.

The physical toll was devastating. On November 3, 2025, after an extreme workout where he was forced to recite the fraternity creed under threat of expulsion, Leonel collapsed, unable to stand without help. He crawled home that night. Over the next two days, his condition worsened. On November 6, his mother rushed him to the hospital, where he was found to be passing brown urine – a classic sign of severe muscle breakdown. He was diagnosed with severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure, conditions that required him to be hospitalized for three nights and four days. He still faces the ongoing risk of permanent kidney damage.

This is what hazing looks like today. This is what happened in a major Texas city, at a university where parents from Murray County might send their children. And this is exactly what Attorney911 is fighting back against.

The media coverage of our lawsuit has been extensive, exposing the horrific details of Leonel’s experience. From Click2Houston to ABC13, Hoodline, KHOU 11, the Houston Chronicle, and Houston Public Media, the truth about Pi Kappa Phi’s actions and the University of Houston’s alleged negligence is being brought to light. You can read some of these reports yourself:

• ABC13 Houston on November 21-22, 2025: Abuse and hazing led to hospitalization of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity pledge, lawsuit alleges
• KHOU 11 on November 21, 2025: $10 million lawsuit filed against UH, fraternity over hazing allegations
• Houston Chronicle on November 22, 2025: UH fraternity hazing lawsuit

The national headquarters of Pi Kappa Phi even issued their own statement on November 21, 2025 (Pi Kappa Phi Closes Beta Nu Chapter at the University of Houston), admitting to “violations of the Fraternity’s risk management policy and membership conduct standards.” This came a full week after they had already closed the chapter, a clear attempt to distance themselves from the impending lawsuit. Their statement even “thanked the University of Houston for its collaboration,” revealing how these institutions often work together behind the scenes to manage public relations rather than prevent harm.

What Hazing Really Looks Like: Beyond the Stereotypes

Many parents in Murray County might envision hazing as harmless pranks or mild inconveniences – a far cry from the brutal reality our client faced. We need to shatter those outdated notions. Hazing today, particularly in fraternities and sororities, is often systematic abuse that constitutes assault, battery, torture, and even reckless endangerment that can lead to death.

The Chilling Realities of Modern Hazing:

• Physical Torture: This extends far beyond a “game” or forced exercise. It includes beatings with paddles, whippings, branding, and extreme physical exertion to the point of collapse and organ failure, like the rhabdomyolysis and kidney failure suffered by Leonel Bermudez. It also includes sleep deprivation, exposure to extreme temperatures, and forced isolation in small, uncomfortable spaces.
• Forced Consumption: This is a deadly category. It involves not just excessive alcohol consumption, a common cause of hazing deaths, but also forced ingestion of grotesque or harmful substances, eating until vomiting, and then being forced to continue physical activities in that state.
• Psychological and Emotional Abuse: The scars here may not be visible, but they are deep and lasting. Humiliation, degradation, verbal abuse, intimidation, and mind games are common. Our client, Leonel, is “fearful of doing an interview due to retribution,” a profound indicator of the psychological hold these groups exert. The hog-tying incident where another pledge was left face-down with an object in his mouth for over an hour is a clear example of extreme psychological torment.
• Sexual Abuse and Humiliation: This is a deeply disturbing component of some hazing rituals. Forcing students to strip, carry sexually explicit items, or perform sexual acts is not just hazing; it’s sexual assault and severe psychological trauma. Leonel was forced to carry a fanny pack with objects of a sexual nature at all times.
• Waterboarding: As documented in our case, simulated waterboarding with a garden hose is precisely what it sounds like – a terrifying experience designed to induce the sensation of drowning. Houston Public Media rightly pointed out, “Waterboarding, which simulates drowning, is a form of torture.” This is not a harmless prank; it is a violation of human dignity and, when performed by U.S. forces, has been classified as a war crime.

The consequences of such abuse are severe:

• Rhabdomyolysis and Acute Kidney Failure: As seen in Leonel’s case, extreme physical exertion can break down muscle tissue, releasing toxins that destroy the kidneys. The brown urine Leonel passed was a direct warning sign of this life-threatening condition.
• Alcohol Poisoning: The most common cause of hazing deaths. Binge drinking is often coerced and occurs at alarming levels.
• Traumatic Brain Injury: From falls, concussions, or direct blows.
• Organ Damage: Liver damage from alcohol, internal injuries from physical assaults.
• Psychological Trauma: PTSD, severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and long-term trust issues are rampant among hazing survivors.
• Death: Tragically, a student dies from hazing almost every year in the United States.

This is not a game, and it’s certainly not “boys being boys.” It is a pattern of calculated abuse that national organizations and universities too often enable, either through negligence or willful indifference. Families in Murray County need to understand that this level of brutality can occur in any college environment, even at institutions their children attend.

Who Is Responsible: Holding Every Entity Accountable

When hazing tears a family apart in Murray County, it’s natural to wonder who can be held accountable. The answer is complex, but our firm’s strategy is simple: we pursue every single entity with legal responsibility. We don’t just go after the individual perpetrators; we target the “deep pockets” who allowed the abuse to flourish.

In the Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi case, our defendants include:

• The Local Chapter: The Beta Nu Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi directly organized and conducted the hazing. The chapter president, pledgemaster, and other active members were all involved. The chapter itself can be held accountable as an organization.
• The Individual Members: Every student who participated in, directed, or failed to intervene in the hazing can be held personally liable. This includes the chapter president, pledgemaster, other chapter leaders, and even former members who hosted hazing at their residences. In our lawsuit, a former member AND his spouse were named because they allegedly allowed major hazing sessions to occur at their residence, creating premises liability.
• The National Fraternity Organization: Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Inc., the national headquarters, is a primary target. They have an overarching responsibility to supervise their chapters, enforce anti-hazing policies, and ensure student safety. As KHOU 11 reported based on our lawsuit, the national organization and housing corporation “failed to enforce anti-hazing rules and policies despite knowledge of ‘a hazing crisis.'” They knew, and they failed to act. The fact that Andrew Coffey died in 2017 in a Pi Kappa Phi hazing incident provides clear pattern evidence that the national organization has a history of deadly negligence.
• The University: The University of Houston is a major defendant because they failed in their duty to protect their students. Crucially, the hazing occurred in a University-owned fraternity house. This establishes direct premises liability. As one UH spokesperson stated, “The events investigated are deeply disturbing and represent a clear violation of our community standards.” Their own acknowledgments show their complicity. The University of Houston also had a prior hazing incident in 2017 involving another fraternity that resulted in a student’s hospitalization, meaning they had clear notice that hazing was a problem on their campus.
• The University’s Governing Body: The UH Board of Regents is also named as a defendant, representing the ultimate institutional oversight.
• The Housing Corporation: This entity, Beta Nu Pi Kappa Phi Housing Corporation, often owns and manages the physical fraternity house. They can be held liable for failing to prevent dangerous activities on their property.

We actively track these entities. Attorney911 maintains one of the most comprehensive private directories of Greek organizations in Texas. We identify them by their IRS EINs, their legal names, addresses, and their corporate structures, including their housing corporations and national affiliates. This allows us to know exactly who to sue when hazing happens. When hazing occurs at an institution in or near Murray County, we can quickly identify every behind-the-scenes entity.

What These Cases Win: Multi-Million Dollar Proof

For families in Murray County reeling from the impact of hazing, the question of what can be gained from pursuing legal action is vital. We want you to know that justice in these cases is not just symbolic; it can translate into multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements that send an undeniable message of accountability. Our $10 million lawsuit for Leonel Bermudez is not an arbitrary number; it is firmly rooted in the outcomes of other tragic hazing cases across the country.

The national landscape of hazing litigation reveals a consistent pattern of substantial financial accountability for fraternities, universities, and individuals:

Stone Foltz – Bowling Green State University / Pi Kappa Alpha (2021)

Total: $10.1 Million+
Stone Foltz died in March 2021 from alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink an entire bottle of liquor during a Pi Kappa Alpha “Big/Little” event. The settlement against Bowling Green State University and the fraternity reached over $10.1 million, with the university paying $2.9 million and the fraternity/individuals contributing $7.2 million. This case directly supports the $10 million demand in our Bermudez v. Pi Kappa Phi lawsuit, even though Leonel survived. The egregious nature of the hazing and the long-term medical impact of kidney failure justify a similar demand. This case also saw an individual fraternity member, Daylen Dunson, the former chapter president, ordered to pay $6.5 million in personal liability in December 2024. This proves that individual perpetrators cannot escape financial responsibility.

Maxwell Gruver – Louisiana State University / Phi Delta Theta (2017)

Total: $6.1 Million Jury Verdict
Maxwell Gruver, an 18-year-old freshman, died in September 2017 from acute alcohol poisoning after being forced to consume massive amounts of alcohol during a Phi Delta Theta “Bible Study” event. A jury awarded his family $6.1 million. This verdict powerfully demonstrates that juries are outraged by hazing and will hold those responsible accountable through significant financial awards. The Max Gruver Act, which made hazing a felony in Louisiana, further cemented the legislative impact of this tragedy.

Timothy Piazza – Penn State University / Beta Theta Pi (2017)

Total: $110+ Million (Estimated Confidential Settlement)
Timothy Piazza, 19, died in February 2017 after suffering a traumatic brain injury during a Beta Theta Pi hazing event where he was forced to consume large quantities of alcohol and fell down stairs. Fraternity members waited 12 hours before calling 911, and the entire incident was captured on security cameras. The confidential settlement, estimated at over $110 million, represents one of the largest hazing payouts in history. This case is a stark reminder that when evidence is clear and the conduct is heinous, the financial consequences for institutions are immense. Pennsylvania’s Timothy J. Piazza Antihazing Law was a direct result of this case.

Andrew Coffey – Florida State University / Pi Kappa Phi (2017)

Same Fraternity as Our Case
Andrew Coffey died in November 2017 from alcohol poisoning during a Pi Kappa Phi “Big Brother Night” event. Nine fraternity members faced criminal hazing charges, and the chapter was permanently closed. While the civil settlement amount was confidential, this case provided clear notice to the national Pi Kappa Phi organization about the deadly nature of hazing within its chapters. The fact that Leonel Bermudez was hospitalized at another Pi Kappa Phi chapter just eight years later speaks to a profound and tragic failure by the national organization to address its systemic problems.

These precedents clearly illustrate that hazing victims and their families in Murray County have strong legal ground to seek substantial compensation. The same legal strategies, the same pursuit of every liable party, and the same aggressive representation that yielded these results nationwide will be brought to your case by Attorney911.

Georgia Law Protects You, Just Like Texas Law Protects Leonel

While our firm is based in Texas, we serve hazing victims nationwide, including families in Murray County, Georgia. It is important for you to understand that, like Texas, Georgia has laws designed to protect students from the dangers of hazing. Our federal court authority and dual-state bar admissions (Texas and New York) mean we can pursue justice for you regardless of state lines.

What Georgia Law Says About Hazing:

Georgia’s anti-hazing laws, similar to those in Texas, prohibit activities that endanger a student’s mental or physical health for the purpose of initiation, admission, or affiliation with an organization. The Georgia Code section governing hazing is typically found under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-61.

Key aspects of Georgia’s anti-hazing statute often include:

• Definition of Hazing: It broadly covers any act that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for initiation or continued membership. This typically includes forced consumption of alcohol, physical abuse, psychological torment, and other activities that mirror what Leonel Bermudez experienced.
• Criminal Penalties: Hazing in Georgia can lead to misdemeanor or even felony charges, depending on the severity of the injury. If an act of hazing results in serious bodily injury or death, the penalties can be severe.
• Consent is Not a Defense: In Georgia, just like in Texas, a student cannot legally consent to being hazed. The argument that “they knew what they were signing up for” or “they could have left” is not a valid legal defense. This is precisely why we can forcefully counter any claims from the fraternity or university that your child willingly participated in their own abuse.

Civil Liability in Georgia:

Beyond criminal charges, families in Murray County can pursue civil lawsuits based on several theories of liability, similar to those we are leveraging in Texas:

• Negligence: This is often the cornerstone of hazing lawsuits. We argue that the fraternity, its national organization, and the university had a duty of care to protect your child, they breached that duty by allowing hazing, and that breach directly caused your child’s injuries.
• Premises Liability: If the hazing occurred on property owned or controlled by the fraternity or university (like the University-owned fraternity house in our Houston case), then the property owners can be held liable for failing to maintain a safe environment.
• Negligent Supervision: This applies when national organizations fail to adequately supervise their local chapters, or when universities fail to properly oversee Greek life on their campuses, leading to foreseeable harm.
• Assault and Battery: Individual perpetrators can be sued directly for intentional harmful or offensive contact.
• Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: For outrageous conduct that causes severe emotional suffering.

These legal avenues provide the framework for holding all responsible parties accountable, from the individual students who commit the acts to the powerful national organizations and universities that enable the culture of abuse. Whether your child was hazed at a major Georgia institution like the University of Georgia, Georgia Southern University, Georgia Tech, or at any college nationwide, these principles of liability apply.

Why Attorney911 is the Obvious Choice for Murray County Hazing Victims

When your child has been subjected to the horrors of hazing, you need more than just a lawyer; you need an aggressive advocate with a proven track record, deep expertise, and a compassionate understanding of your family’s trauma. Attorney911 is that firm, and we are ready to bring our fight to Murray County.

Unparalleled Expertise and Experience:

• Actively Litigating Landmark Hazing Cases: We are not just talking about hazing; we are in the trenches, fighting a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston right now. This is real-world, current experience. We apply the same aggressive strategies we use in Houston to cases for families in Murray County.
• Former Insurance Defense Attorneys: Both Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena bring invaluable “insider” knowledge to your case. They spent years working for the very insurance companies and corporate defendants we now sue. They know the defense’s playbook, their tactics to deny or minimize claims, and how to dismantle their arguments from the inside out. This is an unfair advantage for your family, and it’s critical when taking on powerful national fraternities and universities.
• Federal Court Admissions and Dual-State Bars: Our attorneys are admitted to argue cases in federal courts, including the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas. Ralph Manginello holds dual-state bar admissions in Texas AND New York. This broad authority is crucial in hazing cases, which often involve national organizations headquartered in different states, allowing us to pursue justice across state lines without limitations. This means whether the hazing occurred at a local college in Georgia or an institution further afield, we have the legal reach to represent you.
• Experience Against Massive Corporate Defendants: Ralph Manginello’s involvement in the multi-billion dollar BP Texas City Explosion litigation, where 15 workers died and 180 were injured, demonstrates our capacity to take on the largest, most formidable corporate defendants. This complex mass tort experience is directly applicable to hazing cases involving institutional negligence and wrongful death against well-funded universities and national fraternities.
• Hazing-Specific Focus: We have specialized expertise in rhabdomyolysis hazing cases, fraternity litigation, and holding universities accountable. We understand the specific medical conditions, the cultural dynamics of Greek life, and the unique legal challenges of these cases.

A Relentless and Data-Driven Approach:

• The Texas Hazing Intelligence Database: We don’t guess who is responsible; we know. We maintain one of the most comprehensive private databases of Greek organizations in Texas, including IRS EINs, legal names, addresses, and corporate structures for over 125 IRS-registered Greek organizations. This allows us to quickly identify every responsible entity, from local chapters and housing corporations to national headquarters and alumni groups, ensuring we name every single party with accountability in your Murray County lawsuit. Our firm understands that behind the Greek letters on campuses stand tax-exempt corporations with millions in assets and intricate insurance policies. We track them all. For example, in the broader Houston – The Woodlands – Sugar Land metro area, there are 188 Greek-related organizations that fall under our watch.
• Precedent Research and Leverage: We meticulously track and analyze multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements from hazing cases nationwide (like the $10.1 million in the Stone Foltz case or the estimated $110 million in the Timothy Piazza case). This evidence strengthens our demands and demonstrates to defendants that juries and courts are prepared to award significant compensation.

Compassionate and Client-Focused Advocacy for Murray County Families:

• We Understand Your Trauma: We know that a hazing incident turns your world upside down. We approach every case with empathy, warmth, and a deep understanding of the emotional toll this takes on victims and their families. Our goal is to alleviate your burden so you can focus on healing. Parents in Murray County deserve attorneys who see your child as a person, not a paycheck.
• Contingency Fee Basis: Financial burdens should never prevent justice. We take hazing cases on contingency. This means you pay absolutely $0 upfront. We only get paid if and when we win your case. This eliminates financial risk for families in Murray County and levels the playing field against well-funded defendants.
• Bilingual Services (Se Habla Español): Lupe Pena is fluent in Spanish, ensuring that Hispanic families in Murray County feel fully supported and understood throughout the legal process. Language should never be a barrier to justice.
• Accessible and Responsive: We pride ourselves on clear, consistent communication. You will never be left wondering about the status of your case. Our offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont serve Murray County families comprehensively. We offer remote consultations via video conference, and our attorneys are prepared to travel to Murray County for depositions, client meetings, or trials as needed. Although our headquarters are in Houston, our commitment to justice for hazing victims extends nationwide.

Our Google reviews, with a 4.9-star average from over 250 testimonials, speak to our dedication. Clients often praise our responsive communication, our aggressive fight for maximum settlements, and how we treat them like family. As Chad Harris, a satisfied client, shared, “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client that’s caught in the middle of many other cases. You are FAMILY to them and they protect and fight for you as such.” This is the level of care and advocacy Murray County families can expect.

What to Do Right Now: Actionable Guidance for Murray County Families

If your child has been a victim of hazing in Murray County, Georgia, or anywhere else, the immediate aftermath can be confusing and overwhelming. It’s crucial to act quickly and strategically. Here’s exactly what you need to do:

1. Prioritize Medical Attention and Document Everything:

• Seek Immediate Medical Care: Your child’s health is paramount. Even if injuries seem minor, or symptoms are delayed (like Leonel Bermudez’s rhabdomyolysis, which manifested days later), get a thorough medical evaluation from a doctor. If offered an ambulance, take it. This not only ensures proper treatment but also creates an official medical record, which is vital for your case.
• Keep All Medical Records: Obtain copies of hospital records, emergency room visits, doctor’s notes, diagnostic tests, and any therapy or counseling records. These documents will be central to proving the extent of the harm your child suffered.
• Photograph Injuries: Take clear, dated photos of any visible injuries (bruises, cuts, burns, swelling) at every stage of healing. Documenting the progression of injuries is incredibly important.

2. Preserve All Evidence – The Digital Trail is Critical:

• Save All Communications: Text messages, GroupMe chats, Snapchat, Instagram DMs, Facebook messages, emails, and any other digital communications related to the hazing are invaluable. These often contain direct evidence of specific acts, threats, coercion, and instruction. Do NOT delete anything.
• Document Fraternity/University Materials: Save any pledge manuals, schedules, rules, or communications received from the fraternity, sorority, or university that relate to pledge activities.
• Identify Witnesses: Note the names and contact information of other pledges, active members, or bystanders who witnessed the hazing. Their testimony can be crucial.
• Photos/Videos of Activities: If any photos or videos of the hazing activities exist, save them immediately. This kind of visual evidence is extremely powerful.
• Financial Records: Keep track of all expenses related to the hazing, including medical bills, travel for treatment, and any lost wages due to missed work or academic opportunities.

3. Protect Your Child and Your Case:

• Do NOT Communicate with the Fraternity or University (Alone): Do not let your child, or yourself, speak with fraternity/sorority leaders, university administrators, or their attorneys without legal counsel present. They are not on your side; their goal is to protect their institution and minimize their liability. They will try to get you to sign documents or make statements that can harm your case.
• Do NOT Post on Social Media: Anything your child or family posts on social media can and will be used against your case. This includes photos, videos, comments, or status updates related to the incident or even unrelated activities that could be misconstrued (e.g., pictures that make it seem your child is “fine”).
• Do NOT Sign Anything: Never sign any documents presented by the fraternity, sorority, or university without having your attorney review them first.
• Understand the “Consent” Trap: Remember that under Georgia law, like Texas law, your child cannot legally consent to hazing. Do not let anyone convince you otherwise.

4. Contact an Experienced Hazing Attorney Immediately:

• Time is Critical: In most states, including Georgia, there is a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases (including hazing). This means you have a limited time to file a lawsuit from the date of the injury. For wrongful death cases, the clock also typically starts from the date of death. Time moves quickly, and vital evidence can disappear, or witness memories fade.
• Free Consultation: Attorney911 offers free, no-obligation consultations. You can speak with our experts, share your story, and understand your legal options without any financial commitment.
• We Will Come To You (Virtually or Physically): Even though our main offices are in Texas, distance is not a barrier to justice. We offer video consultations for Murray County families, and our attorneys are prepared to travel to Georgia for depositions, client meetings, or trials as necessary.

Your pain is real, and your child’s trauma is profound. You do not have to face this alone. We have the experience, the resources, and the unwavering commitment to fight for justice for your family in Murray County.

Call Us Now: Immediate, Aggressive Help for Murray County Hazing Victims

If your family in Murray County, Georgia, has been impacted by hazing, you are facing a legal emergency. We are Attorney911, and we are your first responders. Our attorneys, Ralph Manginello and Lupe Pena, are currently fighting a $10 million lawsuit against Pi Kappa Phi and the University of Houston for horrific hazing. We bring that same aggressive, data-driven, and relentless pursuit of justice to victims nationwide, including those in Murray County.

You have legal rights. We are fighting this fight right now – and we will fight for Murray County victims too.

Murray County Families, Contact Us for a FREE Consultation:

📞 1-888-ATTY-911

Email: ralph@atty911.com
Website: attorney911.com

We are available 24/7 for Murray County hazing emergencies. When you call, you’ll speak with a team that understands the urgency and sensitivity of your situation.

$0 Upfront Cost for Murray County Families:

We take hazing cases on a CONTINGENCY FEE basis. This means:

• You pay absolutely nothing upfront to hire us.
• We cover all litigation costs.
• We only get paid if and when we win your case. If we don’t recover compensation for you, you owe us nothing. This removes all financial risk for your family.

We Serve Murray County Hazing Victims, and Victims Nationwide:

Hazing is not confined to state lines or specific institutions. We represent victims of hazing across all types of organizations throughout Murray County, Georgia, and beyond:

• Fraternities and sororities at universities near Murray County (e.g., University of North Georgia, Kennesaw State University, Georgia Tech, University of Georgia)
• Sports teams in Murray County from high school to college
• Marching bands, ROTC programs, and other student clubs and organizations
• Military academies and other institutions where abuse masquerades as “initiation.”

To the Other Victims of Hazing:

We know there are more of you. Leonel Bermudez was not the only one. Another pledge collapsed, losing consciousness on October 15. Others endured the waterboarding, forced eating, and physical abuse. If you were harmed, or if you witnessed hazing and are now ready to speak out, you have rights.

Lupe Pena said it best: “If this prevents harm to another person, that’s what we’re hoping to do. Let’s bring this to light. Enough is enough.”

Call us. Let’s bring them all to justice. Your courage to come forward could be the catalyst that saves lives and prevents future suffering in Murray County and beyond. We are ready to stand with you.