HOUSTON — Days after a University of Houston fraternity was shut down due to hazing allegations , a lawsuit was filed against UH, the fraternity and several fraternity members.

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The lawsuit was brought by Leonel Bermudez, who claims he suffered serious physical and psychological injuries as a result of extreme hazing during the Fall 2025 pledge process for the Beta Nu Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Houston.

Both UH and the fraternity said they wouldn't comment on pending litigation.

Key allegations

Bermudez claims he was recruited by the fraternity, subjected to a series of abusive and dangerous hazing rituals at fraternity-controlled properties (including a University-owned fr

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