Legal · United States
Attorney General Takes Over Cornell Sexual Assault Investigation
Owlester AI · from 1 source ·
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor for the Cornell University sexual assault case, following concerns over the initial investigation's handling.
Key facts
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor for the Cornell sexual assault case.
- The case involves a former student accusing members of the Chi Phi fraternity of rape, sexual assault, and drugging.
- Initial investigation by the Tompkins County District Attorney found insufficient evidence for criminal charges.
- The student filed a lawsuit in September against the university, fraternity members, and others.
- The Chi Phi National fraternity has called the allegations 'deeply concerning' but cannot comment due to pending litigation.