Woman at centre of Cornell University rape inquiry in 'constant fear', lawyer says
Summary
A woman, called Jane Doe, is suing Cornell University and a fraternity over an alleged drugging and rape at the Chi Phi fraternity house in October 2024. Her lawyer says she faces threats and fear but is determined to seek justice and change how universities handle sexual assault cases.Key Facts
- Jane Doe alleges she was drugged and raped by several men at Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity house.
- The men deny any wrongdoing and have not been charged with crimes.
- The case has led to public support posts and separate efforts to identify Jane Doe.
- Jane Doe is in trauma therapy and has received threats after her address was shared online.
- Cornell suspended fraternity parties until the end of the academic year and is adding sexual assault investigators to campus police.
- New York’s Attorney General is leading a criminal investigation, but the lawyer expects it will take time and faces challenges gathering evidence.
- The lawyer believes the civil lawsuit, which requires a lower proof level than criminal cases, has a strong chance of winning.
- Cornell acknowledged its earlier handling of the case was inadequate and is reviewing its policies.
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