Kansas State freshman Jack Fleischaker, 19, dies after falling from fraternity house window

A Kansas State University freshman died after he fell from a fraternity house window — just weeks away from the end of the semester.Jack Fleischaker, 19, plunged from a second-floor window at the Sigma Chi house on the Manhattan, Kan., campus around 3:15 a.m.on April 25.He was rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment, but died three days later, according to the Riley County Police Department.Police are investigating exactly how the fatal fall unfolded, but said foul play is not suspected.“RCPD extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and the K-State community during this very tragic time,” the department said in a statement to People.The fraternity said Fleischaker’s death appears to be accidental.“This was a heartbreaking accident, and there is no indication that anyone is at fault,” Sigma Chi International Fraternity spokesperson Michael Church said.“Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

We are actively supporting the chapter with mental health and wellness resources and are grateful for the assistance provided by Kansas State University’s administration as well.”Fleischaker, from Overland Park, Kan., was studying accounting and finance and was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity, according to his LinkedIn and Instagram profiles.As police continue to investigate, Kansas State University said it is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident.“The university has offered support to the family and has also offered assistance and student support resources to the fraternity members,” spokesperson Michelle Geering said in a statement to the Kansas City Star.“We are reviewing available information to determine the next steps in accordance with our policies and procedures.”The horrifying incident comes four years after Sigma Chi’s University of Kansas chapter was shut down by its national organization in 2022 over hazing violations and lying about it.There have...