An altercation Saturday has led to the suspension of an NIU wrestler.

Derek Hunsinger, 21, of El Paso, Ill. was arrested on four counts of battery and obstructing a peace officer in the 1000 block of Spiros Court.

“The university will determine the next course of action through its Office of Judicial Affairs,” a statement from NIU’s office of media relations said. “Mr. Hunsinger’s status as a student-athlete will be re-evaluated at the conclusion of that process.”

NIU wrestling coach Dave Grant declined to comment on the matter.

Hunsinger took home first place at the UW-Stevens Point Open, and tallied a career-high 15 victories last season.

The 197-pound junior was one of five NIU wrestlers to post double digit wins and single digit losses.

James Nokes is a Sports Reporter for the Northern Star.