Sarah Lawrence College is facing a federal lawsuit over allegations that officials and security failed to intervene in a sex cult operating on campus. Felicia Rosario, a survivor of the cult, shared her story of survival during multiple interviews. The lawsuit claims that if the college had enforced its no-pet policy and questioned the presence of a 50-year-old man in a sophomore dorm, the cult could have been broken up and victims could have been saved from a multimillion-dollar sex trafficking scheme.
According to the lawsuit filed by three victims, Lawrence “Larry” Ray, also known as Lawrence Grecco, manipulated, groomed, and sexually abused students while depriving them of food and sleep. The lawsuit alleges that Ray made minimal effort to conceal his existence on campus and freely entered and exited the grounds without being noticed or approached by staff or security.
Ray was charged with several crimes, including sex trafficking, extortion, and forced labor of college-age people. He was convicted in April 2022 and sentenced to 60 years in prison. Three survivors of his abuse sued Sarah Lawrence College, claiming that despite concerns raised by parents, other students, and community members, the college failed to investigate or intervene.
Lawyers for the college have stated that they had no knowledge of Ray’s illicit activities and that he committed heinous crimes for which he has been held responsible. The college expressed sympathy for Ray’s victims and stated that the facts will tell a different story than the allegations made in the lawsuit.
Questions remain about how Ray, who had recently finished a prison sentence for kidnapping, was able to move into his daughter’s dorm room and move around campus without being questioned. His presence went unnoticed even when he chased a cat on campus or burned food in a dorm. The lawsuit alleges that the dean ignored complaints and concerns.
Sarah Lawrence College, where more than 85% of students live on campus, is known for its high tuition fees. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit are seeking unspecified damages for their pain and suffering, healthcare costs, and lost potential income.
In conclusion, Sarah Lawrence College is facing serious allegations of inaction in the case of a sex cult operating on its campus. Survivors have come forward with their stories, accusing the college of failing to protect them. The lawsuit raises questions about how a man with a criminal history was able to go unnoticed on campus for years. The college has denied any knowledge of the illicit activities and expressed sympathy for the victims. The case highlights the need for increased vigilance and action to prevent such incidents in educational institutions.
