A Jerry Sandusky Accuser Is Expected to Recant Testimony. A Law Professor Explains What Comes Next.
The hearing will examine whether R.R. was coached into allegations, while prosecutors say Sandusky’s petition is untimely.
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Jerry Sandusky abuse accuser reverses testimony – The Horn News
A judge has granted a hearing to explore claims that a man wants to recant allegations of sexual abuse years ago by Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky. Sandusky, 82, has been serving a decades-long prison sentence since he was convicted of 45 counts of sexual abuse in 2012. Eight young men testified about what happened to them as boys. He has repeatedly lost efforts to get a new trial, but Sandusky’s lawyers are trying again. A m…
Jerry Sandusky accuser set to recant testimony, claims statements were made under 'extreme psychological and institutional pressure'
One of the 10 victims who accused former Penn State defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky of abuse is set to recant his testimony, according to court documents obtained by multiple outlets. Sandusky, 82, is reportedly set to appear in court in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, next month for an evidentiary hearing that will review the victim’s recanted testimony. The hearing will take place on Sept. 8. According to a signed affidavit from June 30, 2025, …
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