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Cornell Sexual Assault Investigation
Investigation into sexual assault allegations at Cornell University involving Chi Phi fraternity members, including criminal investigation, civil lawsuit, and institutional review.
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2026-10-02 to 2026-10-28 · UTC publication dates
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Cornell University agrees to independent investigation into handling of sexual assault allegations
Cornell University agreed to initiate an independent investigation into how the Ivy League school handled the sexual assault allegations. Governor Hochul called for the outside review, stating the allegations raised serious questions about Cornell campus culture and whether the university is doing all it can to protect students.
New York Governor appoints Attorney General as special prosecutor in Cornell alleged sexual assault case
New York Governor Kathy Hochul issued an executive order on Thursday appointing Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor to oversee an investigation into an alleged sexual assault that occurred at a Cornell University fraternity in 2024. Hochul stated that newly released information raised serious questions about the investigation conducted by Cornell Police Department and the Tompkins County District Attorney's decision not to prosecute the case.
Former Cornell student files civil lawsuit alleging gang rape by fraternity members
A former Cornell University student, identified as Jane Doe, filed a civil lawsuit alleging she was drugged and gang raped by seven former and current members of the Chi Phi fraternity at Cornell. The allegations were filed late last month and prompted a review of how the university and law enforcement handled the case.
Tompkins County District Attorney reopens investigation into Cornell fraternity sexual assault allegations
Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten announced he would reopen the investigation into allegations of sexual assault at Cornell University's Chi Phi fraternity. Van Houten acknowledged that his office had relied on Cornell Police's investigation and had not independently investigated the allegations. He noted that the allegations in a civil complaint filed by the accuser differ from her statement to police two years prior.
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Cornell appoints former deputy attorney general to lead independent institutional review
Cornell appoints external authority to review institutional response while expanding victim support and reporting infrastructure.
State police join Cornell sexual assault investigation with expanded scope
State police formally join Cornell sexual assault investigation, expanding criminal inquiry scope.
Accused fraternity members deny sexual assault allegations in case
Accused fraternity members deny allegations as investigation intensifies across criminal, civil, and institutional channels.
Cornell survey reveals widespread assault while healthcare failures emerge
Cornell survey shows 35% of female undergraduates experienced nonconsensual contact; healthcare provider failed standard assault protocols.
Cornell suspends fraternity, launches independent review and transparency measures
Cornell suspended the fraternity and promised independent review and transparency reforms.
Governor escalates case as DA claims he wasn't informed of allegations
State attorney general appointed special prosecutor after DA claims he wasn't notified of 2024 allegations and limited evidence review.
Police secure phone records from carriers in assault evidence collection
Police seek phone records preservation and collect witness statements and recorded calls in the investigation.
Investigation escalates as state appoints special prosecutor for Cornell case
State appoints special prosecutor as investigation reopens, civil lawsuit filed, and Cornell launches independent review.