Former Huntington University VP Charged With Misdemeanor Battery

Article origination WBOI-FM

Huntington University Vice President Vince Haupert resigned earlier this month amid an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations.

By Katy Anderson

Charges were filed Friday morning against former Huntington University Vice President for Advancement Vincent Haupert in the Huntington Superior Court.

According to the affidavit, Haupert is being charged with battery, a Class B misdemeanor.

The charges came a few weeks after Haupert resigned from the university amid reports of an ongoing law enforcement investigation.

According to court documents, Haupert touched a 21-year-old man who was staying at his home in a sexual manner while the other man was asleep. When he was questioned by police, Haupert admitted the allegations.

Under Indiana law, a Class B misdemeanor is punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a fine up to $1,000.

A warrant has been issued for Haupert, with a bond of $7,000.

Huntington University has not responded to WBOI’s request for comment.

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