NEW YORK, Oct 7 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Cornell University on Tuesday tapped a former top US Justice Department lawyer to review its handling of an alleged 2024 gang rape of a student in a lawsuit that has sparked national outrage and triggered student protests at the US Ivy League school, reported Xinhua.
World : Cornell Taps Former Deputy U.S. Attorney General To Probe Sexual Assault Amid Public Outrage
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Cornell University has appointed Sally Yates to investigate its handling of a 2024 gang rape case, amid public outrage and protests.
- Sally Yates, former deputy US attorney general, will lead the investigation into Cornell's handling of a 2024 sexual assault case.
- The victim, Jane Doe, alleged she was assaulted by Chi Phi fraternity members after being incapacitated.
- Students and faculty protested, demanding stronger action against sexual violence and accountability from university leadership.
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