Crystal Mangum Confesses to Fabricating Duke Lacrosse Rape Claims
Crystal Mangum, who falsely accused three Duke lacrosse players of rape in 2006, has admitted to fabricating the allegations and apologized to the players. In an interview from prison, where she is serving time for an unrelated murder conviction, Mangum expressed regret for her actions, citing a desire for validation as her motive. The case, which was dismissed in 2007, had significant repercussions for the accused and the Duke community. Mangum's admission comes nearly two decades after the initial accusations.