Pro Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Rapes
TL;DR
Professional rock climber Charles Barrett was sentenced to life in prison for the 2016 sexual assault of a woman at Yosemite National Park. Barrett, who has a history of sexual violence and intimidation, was convicted on two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact. Despite his attorneys arguing mental health issues, Barrett's long history of assaults and threats led to the life sentence.
Topics:nationcrime#crime#federal-court#life-sentence#rock-climber#sexual-assault#yosemite-national-park
- Professional rock climber sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault at Yosemite National Park NBC News
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- California pro rock climber gets life in prison for Yosemite rape SFGATE
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