SMU Fraternity Pledge Settles Suit in 2003 Hazing

Wednesday, February 14, 2007 - Dallas, Texas
By Michael Grabell / The Dallas Morning News

A Southern Methodist University fraternity pledge who nearly died in a 2003 hazing incident has settled his lawsuit with the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, a judge ruled Tuesday.

Braylon Curry sued the historically black fraternity and several members after being forced to chug gallons of water until he collapsed and nearly drowned in his own vomit. Settlement details are confidential and weren't released.

"He feels like he has justice," said his attorney, Mary Alice McLarty. "He was almost killed, and somebody was held accountable."

One fraternity member received 10 years' probation last year; others charged with aggravated assault are awaiting trial.

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