us-universities4.46 min read Tompkins County DA Reopens 2024 Cornell Fraternity Rape Probe After Civil Suit
Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten has reopened a criminal investigation into an alleged gang rape at Cornell University's Chi Phi fraternity house in October 2024. The decision follows a civil lawsuit filed in September 2026 by a former student, identified as Jane Doe, which details new allegations of drugging and non-consensual assault that differ significantly from her initial 2024 police statement. Van Houten intends to present the case to a grand jury, while Cornell University supports the review but disputes claims that it imposed only minor sanctions, stating that expulsions and suspensions were issued. The case has drawn national attention and criticism regarding the university's initial response.
6 hours ago•Source: The Guardian
