Investigators Looking Into Hazing Allegations About Forney High Boys Soccer Team

Multiple incidents of hazing have been reported among students on the boys' soccer team at Forney High School.The Kaufman County Sheriff's Department and Kaufman County district attorney's office are investigating the reports. Coaches and teachers are not thought to be involved, but no further information has been released, KXAS-TV (NBC5) reported. Investigators are looking into how long the alleged hazing was taking place and what type of hazing is said to have occurred. They hope to share their findings later in the week, sheriff's department spokeswoman Jolie Stewart told the station.In a prepared statement, Forney ISD said the district is not under investigation and no employees have been placed on leave. "The safety and security of our students is always number one priority," the statement obtained by WFAA-TV (Channel 8) said. "Out of an abundance of caution, we have taken measures to heighten our existing supervision procedures. We will continue to work with the Kaufman County Sheriff's Department throughout the investigation."  Continue reading...