Cornell frat member "didn't do anything ... to be remorseful about," attorney says
Summary
A Cornell University student, Gillio Lopes, is accused of sexually assaulting Jane Doe at a fraternity house in October 2024. Lopes denies the claims, saying his interaction was consensual, but Cornell’s Title IX investigation found he was responsible and suspended him for three semesters.Key Facts
- Gillio Lopes was accused of sexual assault by Jane Doe at a Cornell frat house in October 2024.
- Lopes and his lawyer say that he believed the interaction was consensual and shows no remorse.
- Jane Doe reported being very intoxicated and vaguely remembers a threesome involving Lopes.
- Cornell’s Title IX investigation concluded Lopes should have known Jane Doe was incapacitated.
- Lopes was suspended from Cornell for three semesters and had to write a reflection essay.
- Lopes has returned to school and faced criticism from other students on campus.
- Lopes’ lawyer claims the Title IX findings were unfair and that Lopes should be judged on evidence.
- The New York Attorney General, Letitia James, is leading a criminal investigation, which Lopes’ attorney asked her to recuse herself from due to alleged bias.
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