A three-count indictment was unsealed Tuesday following the arrest of renowned rock climber Charles Barrett for two alleged sexual assaults in Yosemite National Park.
U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert said the 38-year-old has been charged with aggravated sexual abuse and abusive sexual contact. If convicted of the charges, Barrett could be sentenced to life in prison and a $250,000 fine
According to court documents, in August 2016, Barrett forcibly committed sexual assault on two occasions and committed abusive sexual contact on a third.If you have information related to this case or believe you may be a victim, please submit a tip
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