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Cornell gang-rape accuser was ‘misled' about criminal investigation, her lawyer says
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Michael R. Sisak and Leah Willingham l The Associated Press , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· October 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about this situation are available from the source, including statements from the prosecutor and the woman's lawyer. A lawyer claims his client was given incorrect information about a criminal investigation.
A lawyer claims his client was given incorrect information about a criminal investigation. The woman had accused several men of a serious crime at a fraternity event. Her allegations were also being reviewed through an internal university process.
The decision not to pursue a criminal case was made quickly, within days of initial police interviews. A prosecutor made this decision after considering the information provided.
Further details about this situation are available from the source, including statements from the prosecutor and the woman's lawyer.
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Category: safety Published: October 7, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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