The Economic Times

Cornell University alleged 'gang rape' case: Why charges weren't filed by Tompkins County DA in 2024 - and what changed now

Matthew Van Houten, the District Attorney of Tompkins County, said prosecutors did not bring charges two years ago because the information they received from the original police investigation did not establish key allegations now contained in the lawsuit. According to the DA, the womans original statement did not say she had been unknowingly drugged, forced to participate in sexual activity or rendered unconscious or physically helpless.