A 19-year-old UC Berkeley student is in critical condition after a near‑drowning at an off‑campus Alpha Delta Phi fraternity pool on Nov. 14 at about 11:30 p.m. Firefighters performed CPR at the scene before the student was taken to hospital. UC Berkeley and Alpha Delta Phi say they are cooperating with investigators, and police are probing the incident. The university is offering free counseling and psychological services to students affected by the event.
UC Berkeley Student, 19, in Critical Condition After Near‑Drowning at Off‑Campus Fraternity Pool
A 19-year-old UC Berkeley student is in critical condition after a near‑drowning at an off‑campus Alpha Delta Phi fraternity pool on Nov. 14 at about 11:30 p.m. Firefighters performed CPR at the scene before the student was taken to hospital. UC Berkeley and Alpha Delta Phi say they are cooperating with investigators, and police are probing the incident. The university is offering free counseling and psychological services to students affected by the event.
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19-Year-Old UC Berkeley Student Hospitalized After Near‑Drowning
A 19-year-old student at the University of California, Berkeley remains in critical condition after a near‑drowning at an off‑campus fraternity pool late Friday, Nov. 14. According to reports, the incident occurred at about 11:30 p.m. at the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity pool.
Fire department personnel performed CPR at the scene before the student was transported to a nearby hospital, where he is receiving treatment. Local police have opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the event.
"Our thoughts are with the student, their family, loved ones and friends during this time," UC Berkeley said in a statement. The university added it is following protocols to offer support to the student and family and emphasized that student safety and well‑being remain top priorities.
Alpha Delta Phi national leadership told CBS News the organization is "aware" of the incident and is "fully cooperating with the local authorities," adding that the safety and well‑being of members and guests are their priority. Because the matter remains under investigation, the group declined to provide further details.
Outlets reporting on the incident say People reached out to Alpha Delta Phi, the Berkeley Police Department and UC Berkeley for additional comment but did not immediately receive further responses.
Support for Students
CBS News noted that UC Berkeley is offering free psychological services to any students affected by the incident and encouraged those in need to contact Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). The university also reminded the community that most fraternities and sororities are located off campus; recognized groups are subject to oversight by university staff, while some organizations have had recognition revoked in the past for hazing or alcohol violations.
Authorities continue to investigate. The university and fraternity have pledged cooperation with law enforcement as more information becomes available.