SOURCES: Multiple Ascension Catholic football players expelled after alleged hazing incident

DONALDSONVILLE, La. (WAFB) - Multiple football players at Ascension Catholic High School were missing from the field for Friday night’s game because they were expelled due to an alleged hazing incident, according to sources.

Sources added the family of the victim is choosing not to press criminal charges.

School leaders will not share details about the incident. They said they are not at liberty to discuss disciplinary matters involving students.

Officials with the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office issued the following statement about the incident Monday, Nov. 1:

“The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating an incident that happened at Ascension Catholic high involving a group of juveniles. At this time details are limited, but we are working closely with the school to ensure a thorough investigation is performed. "

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