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Duke Lacrosse Rape Accuser Admits to Fabrication of Allegations

Crystal Mangum, who falsely accused Duke lacrosse players of rape in 2006, publicly admits on a podcast that her allegations were a lie.

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Updated: Dec 13th, 2024, 2:47 PM ET

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Crystal Mangum, who falsely accused three Duke University lacrosse players of rape in 2006, has publicly admitted during a podcast interview that she made up the allegations. She expressed remorse for the damage caused and asked for forgiveness from the former players, acknowledging her desire for validation played a significant role in her false testimony. The case, which led to significant national attention and charges against the players, found no corroborating evidence and a disbarred prosecutor for misconduct. Mangum is currently incarcerated for a different crime with eligibility for release as early as 2026.

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