Wildcat Accused of Rape: A Lexington, Ky., woman filed a criminal complaint stating that she was raped by a former Kentucky basketball player at the university’s Wildcat Lodge in April. The woman is accusing the former player of drugging her and then raping her on the afternoon of April 20. A police spokesperson said the suspect told police that he and the woman had consensual sex. The suspect’s identity has not been revealed, however the agent for former Wildcat Chuck Hayes said his client has been notified of the investigation.
The woman first came forward in late April, then refused to cooperate in early May, resulting in the investigation being dropped. However, in early July, she came forward, and Lexington Police were able to interview her, resulting in 300 pages of transcription. Fayette County Attorney Margaret Kannensohn said she expect to have the case reviewed and a recommendation on probable cause within the next week. A judge will then determine if the case will proceed. [8/9/05]
