Woman at centre of Cornell rape inquiry was 'failed' by officials, says New York governor

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What happened

The woman, known as Jane Doe, alleges she was raped by seven students at a fraternity house at the university in 2024.

Key facts

  • The woman, known as Jane Doe, alleges she was raped by seven students at a fraternity house at the university in 2024.
  • Reported by BBC News and published Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:44:08 UTC.

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