At Viera High School in Florida, the head coach of Football has been made duty-free post-suspension. Besides, the entire football program has been suspended, along with several students until further notice.
This happens to post an alleged hazing incident that occurred in the locker room of the players. As per the statement released by Brevard Public Schools on Sunday, a video of the same was also recorded.
The video that was made allegedly was viewed by FOX 35. In the Viera High School hazing viral video on Twitter and Reddit, a student was pushed onto the ground and surrounded by other student. It was seen in the video that the group of students sexually assaulted the student lying on the ground of the locker room.
To not disclose the identity of the victim, FOX 35 has decided to not reveal the video. No concrete charges or arrests have been announced on the grounds of the video yet.
Dr. Mark Rendell, the Brevard Public Superintendent stated on Sunday, “Hazing, bullying, and intimidation have no place in Brevard Public Schools.” This was posted on the district’s website.
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Viera High School Football Team Hazing Video Viral On Twitter, Reddit
@KarlaRayTV something bad- happened at viera high school with their j v football team. A LOT of people are trying to figure out what. But they’re being super hush pic.twitter.com/u9X8zuWtl2
— Cheri Johnson (@cheridoesbrows) August 19, 2023
Dr. Mark Rendell, the Superintendent continued, “We have spent the past several days investigating the hazing incident involving members of the Viera High football team. Today, we have decided to suspend all Viera High football team activities (varsity and junior varsity) until further notice and we have relieved the varsity head coach of his duties until further notice.”
Moreover, an anti-hazing education program will be conducted soon and all the football players of the Viera High School will be required to attend it. This ought to be done before lifting the suspension on the football program.
Additionally, a parent-player meeting will also be done from now on to raise expectations and improve team culture. As per the district, the students involved in this case can not attend as they are suspended. The decisions regarding these will be announced soon.
Until now, no charges or arrests on anyone have been announced. FOX 35 intervened in the Sheriff’s Office of Brevard County to make sure if they have launched their investigation yet or not.
FAQs
What happened at Viera High School in Florida?
An alleged hazing incident occurred in the football locker room at Viera High School in Florida. A video of the incident was recorded and allegedly showed a student being pushed to the ground and sexually assaulted by a group of other students.
What actions were taken by the school district?
The entire football program at Viera High School has been suspended, including both varsity and junior varsity teams. The head coach of the varsity football team has been relieved of his duties until further notice. An anti-hazing education program will be conducted, and all football players will be required to attend before the suspension is lifted.
Have any charges or arrests been made in connection with the incident?
As of now, no charges or arrests have been announced in connection with the incident. The Sheriff’s Office of Brevard County is being questioned to determine if they have initiated an investigation.
