University Police Suspend Investigation into Riley Gaines’ Hostage for Ransom Incident Citing Lack of Evidence, Despite Video
The San Francisco State University (SFSU) Police Department has suspended its investigation into the alleged assault and hostage for ransom incident involving former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines. The department has deemed the charges “unfounded” despite video evidence suggesting otherwise.
In April 2023, Gaines, a former swimming champion and advocate for women’s sports, was ambushed and physically assaulted by a mob of trans activists after giving a speech on protecting women’s sports at San Francisco State University (SFSU).
The incident left her barricaded on the third floor of a building for almost three hours. The activists demanded money for her release.
One of the activists can be heard in the video saying, “Tell her to pay us,
