Cornell Rape Case: NY Attorney General Letitia James Opens Criminal Probe

New York Attorney General Letitia James has launched an active criminal investigation into the alleged gang rape at Cornell University, Fox News and N12 reported. The probe was initiated after New York Governor Kathy Hochul appointed James as special prosecutor in the case.

According to the reports, Hochul made the appointment after stating she had lost confidence in the local district attorney's office. Under her special authority, James will have the power to subpoena witnesses and present evidence before a grand jury.

Further details regarding the investigative proceedings and evidence have not yet been fully released.