New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed a special prosecutor to oversee the investigation into alleged gang rape at Cornell University involving seven fraternity members. The victim, referred to as Jane Doe in legal filings, reported the incident occurring in October 2024 to campus authorities. The case has escalated beyond standard university procedures with the complainant also initiating civil litigation in September, signaling serious allegations requiring independent prosecutorial oversight and potential criminal charges.

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