Jane Doe in Cornell University case told campus police, "I can say with 100% confidence I was raped," transcript shows - CBS News
A leaked transcript reveals that a victim in a 2024 Cornell University fraternity gang rape case told campus police she was '100% confident' she was raped. The disclosure has prompted renewed scrutiny of the university's handling of the investigation and led prosecutors to reopen the criminal case.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding institutional responses to sexual assault on college campuses and the efficacy of Title IX investigations.
We're getting new insight into how Cornell University Police handled the case of an alleged fraternity gang rape back in 2024.Cornell conducted an internal investigation that led to expulsions, suspensions and other sanctions. The response by law enforcement has come under new scrutiny, and prosecutors have now reopened their criminal investigation.CBS News New York investigative reporter Mahsa Saeidi exclusively obtained a transcript of the alleged victim's interview with campus police from a source.Jane Doe describes initial sexual activity, gaps in memoryThe interview began on Nov. 14 — more than three weeks after the alleged gang rape — and continued the next day.A campus police investigator led the questioning.
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