New York Attorney General to Lead Cornell University Sexual Assault Investigation
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has assigned the state Attorney General to lead a sexual assault investigation at Cornell University, taking it out of local control.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, October 1, 2026 —
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has directed the State Attorney General’s office to take over a sexual assault investigation at Cornell University. This decision moves the inquiry from local control to the state level.
The specific details of the sexual assault, including when and where it occurred at the university, were not immediately available. Likewise, the identity of the individuals involved in the alleged assault and the nature of the investigation have not been publicly disclosed.
Governor Hochul’s office stated that the assignment of the State Attorney General aims to ensure a comprehensive and impartial review of the matter. The move signifies a shift in oversight for this particular investigation. Information regarding which local authorities were previously overseeing the investigation and the reasons for transferring control were not provided.
Cornell University is a private Ivy League research university located in Ithaca, New York. The university has not yet issued a public statement regarding the State Attorney General’s involvement in the investigation. Further details are expected to emerge as the State Attorney General’s office begins its work.
Story summarized from the original created by Isabel.Soisson@fox.com (Isabel Soisson) on www.fox13seattle.com, see more information here.
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