Hochul appoints Letitia James as special prosecutor in Cornell sexual assault case
Also reported by ABC News
Summary
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has named Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate claims of sexual assault made by a former Cornell University student. The alleged incident happened at a fraternity house near Cornell in October 2024.Key Facts
- Governor Kathy Hochul made the appointment on Thursday evening.
- Letitia James is the state Attorney General of New York.
- James will serve as a special prosecutor, which means she will lead the investigation independently.
- The investigation focuses on a rape allegation from a former Cornell student.
- The alleged assault took place at a fraternity house close to Cornell University’s campus.
- The incident reportedly occurred in October 2024.
- The announcement was made via a statement on social media.
