Sexual assault reported at frat house near University of Chicago

The Guardian reports: Alleged assault follows report of gang rape at frat house at Cornell, which ignited national uproar and criticism online A 21-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted last weekend at a fraternity house near the University of Chicago, as Greek life nationwide faces renewed scrutiny for recurrent misconduct.

The incident allegedly took place on Sunday at about 1.50am at the off-campus Alpha Epsilon Pi residence, according to a university daily crime log.

This world story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include University of Chicago, Cornell and Greek.

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Location

United States · Americas

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The Guardian

First reported

15 Oct 2026, 05:02 IST

Key names

University of Chicago, Cornell, Greek, Alpha Epsilon Pi

Section

World

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