New York state police to probe Cornell sexual assault complaints

New York state police will become default investigators of sexual assault complaints at Cornell University under a new agreement, though survivors may opt for another agency. This marks a shift in handling campus sexual misconduct, potentially setting a precedent for other universities. The move follows scrutiny of campus handling of such cases, though details on implementation and scope remain unclear.

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