Michigan State coach Mel Tucker has been suspended amid a reported sexual harassment investigation involving a woman who is a prominent rape survivor and activist.
Two sources confirmed the suspension to The Detroit News. The sexual harassment investigation was reported by USA Today.
In a report published early Sunday morning just hours after Michigan State’s victory over Richmond in the second game of the season, Tucker is alleged to have made sexually suggestive comments during a phone call with Brenda Tracy while also masturbating during the call.
Tracy, who was raped by a group of football players in 1998, has become a nationally known and honored advocate combatting violence and sexual assault on campuses across the country.