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Salt Lake Woman Sues BYU QB for Alleged Assault

5/22/2025

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A Salt Lake County woman has bravely stepped forward, filing a civil lawsuit against BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff, alleging he sexually assaulted her in November 2023. The lawsuit details a harrowing account of being held down and raped at his apartment. Retzlaff's attorney firmly denies the allegations, while BYU reaffirms its dedication to Title IX procedures.

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A Salt Lake County woman has bravely stepped forward, filing a civil lawsuit against BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff, alleging he sexually assaulted her in November 2023. The lawsuit details a harrowing account of being held down and raped at his apartment. Retzlaff's attorney firmly denies the allegations, while BYU reaffirms its dedication to Title IX procedures.