A disturbing incident at the University of Mississippi has sparked backlash after doorbell camera footage surfaced showing a group of white female students outside the home of three Black students.
In the footage, shared on TikTok by Ole Miss student Jakirya Metcalf, two of the three women approach the apartment door. One of them then appears to pound her chest while making noises resembling monkey calls, as the other joins in and mimics the sounds.
Although their identities have not yet been officially confirmed, the women are reportedly residents of the apartment directly above Jakirya and her two Black roommates.
University of Mississippi responds
The clip has been seen more than 11 million times, with thousands of people calling on the university to launch an investigation.
The university has since responded to the backlash online. Speaking to The New York Post, a spokesperson confirmed that officials are aware of the footage and have begun looking into the incident.
The school also made clear that it does not condone the behavior captured on camera, describing it as “offensive, hurtful, and unacceptable.”
“The university has reached out to those targeted by the actions to share information, resources, and support,’ the rep said.
“We are committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors and will follow our processes to ensure the well-being and safety of our community.”
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