Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Files of the special prosecutor concern the investigation of allegations by Tawana Brawley. Brawley, a Black 15 year old female
from Wappingers Falls, New York, alleged in November 1987 that she had been kidnapped, sexually abused and raped by six unidentified
white men. No prosecutions occurred, and the Dutchess County grand jury's findings and legislative recommendations were contained
in a public final report.
Creator:
Title:
Office of the Special Prosecutor for Investigation of the Tawana Brawley case investigation records
Quantity:
14 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1987-1988
Series Number:
17386