Press Release from Charlottesville Police Department, September 26, 2011
Officers responded to 513 Rugby Rd a fraternity house at approx. 2:30 am on Saturday, September 24th where it was reported, two (2) males had fallen off of a balcony. Officers on the scene found a large crowd in the driveway.
Witnesses reported two individuals were leaning against the balcony railing when it suddenly gave way underneath, causing them to fall approximately one story. The two were found on the ground, one unconscious, the other conscious at the time of transport by Charlottesville-Albemarle Rescue Squad.
The victims were later identified as;
• Joseph A. GABRO of Ashburn, Va. 20 year old student at JMU, listed in critical condition.
• Corey P. MILNER of Ashburn, Va. 18 year old student at Uva, listed in good condition.