Attorney says Jane Doe facing threats, calls out alleged 'failures' of Cornell
Summary
A former Cornell student, Jane Doe, filed a lawsuit claiming she was gang raped at a Cornell fraternity in 2024 and has faced threats since then. Her attorney said there were many failures by the university and law enforcement in handling the case, which is now under investigation by the New York State Attorney General after the local district attorney was removed.Key Facts
- Jane Doe alleges she was gang raped at a Cornell fraternity in 2024.
- Since filing the lawsuit, Jane Doe has faced threats and attempts to reveal her identity (doxxing).
- Attorney Thomas Giuffra says many mistakes were made by Cornell University officials and law enforcement.
- Cornell says it took the allegations seriously and conducted a Title IX investigation, resulting in expulsions and suspensions.
- Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten first declined to press charges but later reopened the case.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul removed the local district attorney and appointed Attorney General Letitia James to lead the criminal investigation.
- Cornell’s president called the incident a "defining moment" and promised reforms.
- An outside law firm will review how Cornell handled the investigation and allegations.
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