Dec. 13 (UPI) -- A law enforcement source told NJ.com that the video showing an alleged sexual assault of a Seton Hall University softball player was shot and distributed by a male athlete who attends the school. The incident was filmed during an off-campus fraternity party on an Apple iPhone at 2:25 a.m. on Nov. 16. In the video, people can be heard shouting and laughing in the background while the alleged assault takes place. The victim reported the incident to school officials and then to police.

Four softball players, including the alleged victim, were suspended for violating team rules and underage drinking.


Seton Hall spokesman Dan Kalmanson wouldn’t "confirm or deny" the suspensions and also declined to comment on the male athlete’s alleged involvement in the incident.

Kalmanson did say that "the sharing of the video is completely unacceptable and contrary to our Catholic mission and our commitment to fostering a healthy academic and social environment for all students.”

Reports indicate that it is unlikely the athlete who taped the assault will be brought up on charges. The Essex County Prosecutor's Office has not filed charges against the person who is suspected of carrying out the sexual assault, but it is believed the suspect is not a Seton Hall student.

[NJ.com]