Texas Rangers open investigation into Baylor after sexual assault scandal
The Texas Rangers have opened a "preliminary investigation" into Baylor University's handling of sexual assault allegations, a Texas Department of Public Safety spokesman confirmed Wednesday, as the fallout from the school's high-profile and winding scandal continues.
The statewide investigative agency launched the investigation Tuesday and is looking into allegations that the university mishandled sexual assault cases.
"The Texas Rangers are working with the local prosecutor to conduct a preliminary investigation to determine if further action is warranted," spokesman Tom Vinger said in a statement.
A spokeswoman from the McLennan County district attorney's Office in Waco, where Baylor is located, declined to comment, citing an open investigation.
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