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Cornell 7 case timeline: From 2024 Chi Phi allegations and Jane Doe lawsuit to Letitia James’ special prosecutor takeover

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The 2024 Cornell case has been reopened, with Letitia James now leading the criminal investigation as special prosecutor. (REUTERS)

The investigation into a 2024 alleged sexual assault involving a former Cornell University student has taken a new turn after New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor. The 2024 Cornell case has been reopened, with Letitia James now leading the criminal investigation as special prosecutor. (REUTERS) The student, identified … Read more

NY governor removes DA probing Cornell rape case, says she ‘lost faith’ in him; appoints special prosecutor

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NY governor removes DA probing Cornell rape case, says she ‘lost faith’ in him; appoints special prosecutor

New York Governor Kathy Hochul. (REUTERS Photo) New York Governor Kathy Hochul has removed Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten from overseeing the investigation into an alleged gang rape at Cornell University and handed the case to state Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor.Hochul signed an executive order appointing James to take over … Read more

Cornell rape case: NY governor hands probe to special prosecutor, removes DA Houten, ‘It has undercut my faith’

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York Attorney General Letitia James attend a press conference regarding an investigation into alleged sexual assault at Cornell University, in New York City, US, October 2, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon (REUTERS)

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday that she no longer had confidence in the district attorney managing the Cornell University sexual assault case and decided to bring in a special prosecutor to take over his responsibilities. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York Attorney General Letitia James attend a press conference regarding … Read more

Eric Zahnd cause of death: Investigation at Platte County courthouse as prosecutor dies; details

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Eric Zahnd (L), the prosecutor of Platte County, Missouri. The seal of Platte County. (R) (Eric Zahnd on X)

Eric Zahnd, the longtime prosecuting attorney of Platte County, Missouridied Thursday at the age of 53. His death took place inside the Platte County courthouse, Sheriff Erik Holland confirmed. The circumstances of the death are unclear, but an investigation is underway. Eric Zahnd (L), the prosecutor of Platte County, Missouri. The seal of Platte County. … Read more

Ukraine’s prosecutor general submits resignation citing political conflict

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Ukraine's prosecutor general submits resignation citing political conflict

Sept 8 – Ukraine’s prosecutor general said on Monday he had offered his resignation citing political reasons, in the latest sign of disunity in the senior ranks of the Ukrainian ruling elite. Ukraine’s prosecutor general submits resignation citing political conflict “This is a political decision, and I have made it consciously. I do not want … Read more

Who bought Lindsay Clancy’s old home? Patrick Clancy’s Duxbury house sold to a ‘former prosecutor’ after tragedy

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A former Plymouth County prosecutor bought the former Clancy family home for $675,000 in January 2024, about a year after the tragedy. (Lindsay Marie Clancy/Facebook)

The Duxbury, Massachusetts, home where Lindsay Clancy’s three children were found dead was bought by former Plymouth County Assistant District Attorney Michael Phippen for $675,000 in January 2024, property records obtained by Daily Mail show. The sale came about a year after Patrick Clancy returned to the house and found Lindsay injured after a suicide … Read more

Lindsay Clancy trial outcome: Could her paralysis change verdict? Former killer mom prosecutor predicts big twist

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Lindsay Clancy’s jury will soon weigh her mental state, while Susan Smith’s prosecutor predicts an unexpected twist in the verdict.. (Greg Derr/The Patriot Ledger via AP, Pool) (Greg Derr/Pool The Patriot Ledge)

The Lindsay Clancy murder trial is heading toward closing arguments, and former Susan Smith prosecutor Tommy Pope believes the jury could deliver an unexpected result. Pope told Fox News Digital that women on the jury may not necessarily be more sympathetic to Clancy because of their own experiences with postpartum depression. He also believes Clancy’s … Read more

Is Lindsay Clancy’s Duxbury home buyer a prosecutor? All we know about Michael Phippen

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A year after the tragic discovery of Lindsay Clancy's children, her Duxbury home has been bought by former DA Michael Phippen for $675,000. (REUTERS)

Just a year following the heartbreaking revelation of Lindsay Clancy’s children found dead in their home, the property has been purchased by a new owner. A year after the tragic discovery of Lindsay Clancy’s children, her Duxbury home has been bought by former DA Michael Phippen for $675,000. (REUTERS) Many supporters of the Clancy case, … Read more