Online vigilantes doxxing wrong women in Cornell rape case lawsuit

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A Cornell University student known as Jane Doe is suing seven fraternity members, alleging a 2024 gang rape. Online vigilantes attempting to expose her identity have instead targeted and harassed at least three other women. The actual plaintiff is also receiving a flood of threats on social media, according to her attorney. Her lawyer stated she is not doing well and is under siege from these efforts.

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