Cornell Accuser Faces Threats

Jane Doe’s lawyer says the former Cornell student has received multiple threats pressuring her to withdraw her civil lawsuit, and says he was also threatened. Doe sued Cornell University and seven Chi Phi fraternity members, alleging they sexually assaulted her over several hours in October 2024 while she was under the influence of ketamine, alcohol and marijuana. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor after criticism of the Tompkins County district attorney’s handling. People trying to identify Doe have threatened at least three women mistaken for her. Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff said the university would review fraternities and sororities, with an independent review still pending.