Video circulating online appears to show Ohio State professor Luke Perez involved in a physical confrontation with a journalist during an incident that has sparked widespread discussion.
Both individuals are reportedly affiliated with the Chase Center for Civics, Culture, and Society, an organization that promotes free speech, civil discourse, and open inquiry.
The footage shows a tense exchange between the two men that escalates into physical contact. The exact sequence of events leading up to the confrontation remains unclear, and it is not yet known whether any formal complaint or charges have been filed.
Online reaction has been swift, with critics pointing out the apparent contradiction between the center’s mission of promoting dialogue and the physical nature of the altercation seen in the clip.
Supporters caution that short video clips can lack context and urge observers to wait for additional details before drawing conclusions about what occurred.
As of now, neither Ohio State University nor the Chase Center has publicly released a detailed statement addressing the incident.
The situation raises broader questions about how conflicts between academics and journalists should be handled — especially within institutions dedicated to debate, free expression, and intellectual exchange.
The video continues to circulate as viewers attempt to piece together what happened and whether further action will follow.
The matter remains developing.
