Threet said the woman attended a party at the Phi Gamma Delta house in the first week of classes at the school and that alcohol was involved. Police and the prosecutor did not name the players who were investigated.

Earlier Wednesday, deputy prosecuting attorney Dustin Roberts told television station KHOG in Rogers that charges could be filed by the afternoon. University police Lt. Gary Crane said the student filed a complaint saying she was raped on Aug. 27 at the fraternity house, a short walk from the arena where the basketball team plays. Investigators now believe the woman had consensual sexual relations with the men whom she accused.

Statement from Arkansas Athletics Director Jeff Long before the prosecutor said the players are cleared:

“The athletic department is aware of an ongoing investigation into an incident involving an alleged sexual offense. We are also aware that students, including student-athletes, have been questioned regarding this matter. The department and our student-athletes have cooperated fully with the investigation and will continue to do so. We will not speculate on any allegations. We will wait for the prosecutor’s office to assess the case and determine how the matter should proceed. We will support our student-athletes in an appropriate manner in accordance with University and NCAA guidelines.”