Dartmouth Student Drowns After Party, Charges Filed

Dartmouth College's Alpha Phi sorority and two members of the Beta Alpha Omega fraternity are facing charges connected to the drowning death of 20-year-old student Won Jang, who went missing after an off-campus party in July. Jang was found dead in the Connecticut River after the party, where most attendees were underage. Alpha Phi has been charged with facilitating an underage alcohol house, while fraternity members Matthew Catrambone and Samuel Terry face charges for providing alcohol to minors. Investigations revealed that after a rainstorm during the party, attendees, including Jang who could not swim, made a spontaneous decision to swim in the river, leading to his tragic drowning. Dartmouth has suspended both Greek organizations involved, and the college emphasized the importance of safety and responsibility within their community. The case highlights ongoing concerns about underage drinking and safety at college events.