Crystal Mangum, who falsely accused three Duke University lacrosse players of rape in 2006, has publicly admitted during a podcast interview that she made up the allegations. She expressed remorse for the damage caused and asked for forgiveness from the former players, acknowledging her desire for validation played a significant role in her false testimony. The case, which led to significant national attention and charges against the players, found no corroborating evidence and a disbarred prosecutor for misconduct. Mangum is currently incarcerated for a different crime with eligibility for release as early as 2026.