New York Governor Appoints Special Prosecutor in Cornell University Alleged Gang Rape Investigation
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee the investigation into a woman's allegations of gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity house in October 2024. Governor Hochul signed an executive order assigning the office of New York Attorney General Letitia James to the role. This decision comes amidst serious questions regarding the initial investigation conducted by the Cornell Police Department and the Tompkins County District Attorney's decision not to prosecute the case. The governor stated that newly released information has undermined public faith in the District Attorney's ability to effectively handle the matter. The Attorney General's office will now oversee the investigation and, if warranted, present evidence to a grand jury. The alleged victim, identified as Jane Doe in a lawsuit, initially reported being drugged with ketamine and sexually assaulted by multiple men. Her account evolved from initial confusion to a clear assertion of non-consensual acts, as det...
