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About 40 sexual assaults reported annually at Cornell from 2019 to 2024, CBS News analysis shows

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About 40 sexual assaults reported annually at Cornell from 2019 to 2024, CBS News analysis shows. (2026, October 9). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/40-sexual-assaults-were-reported-annually-at-cornell-from-2019-to-2024-cbs-analysis-shows/

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CBS News reports that approximately 40 cases of sexual assault have been reported each year at Cornell University between 2019 and 2024 based on an analysis conducted by their team. Senior crime reporter Anna Schecter provides details on this trend.
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From 2019 to 2024, CBS News conducted an analysis revealing that there were approximately 40 sexual assaults reported annually at Cornell University. Senior crime reporter Anna Schecter detailed the findings, which highlight a consistent annual rate of such incidents over the six-year period. The report underscores concerns about the frequency and impact of these crimes on campus safety and student well-being.

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Roughly 40 sexual assaults were reported annually at Cornell University from 2019 to 2024, a CBS News analysis shows.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-09

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Roughly 40 sexual assaults were reported annually at Cornell University from 2019 to 2024, a CBS News analysis shows. asserted
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