Rock Climber Charles Barrett Sentenced to Life for Yosemite Sexual Assaults

Barrett used his prominence in the climbing community to commit repeated assaults and intimidate victims, court records show.

Charles Barrett, 40, was sentenced for two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact.
The assaults occurred during a weekend in Yosemite National Park in August 2016.
Three additional women testified about assaults outside federal jurisdiction, highlighting Barrett's long history of violence.
Prosecutors noted Barrett's lack of remorse and continued threats against victims even while in custody.
Barrett's defense argued for a lesser sentence, citing mental illness and conspiracy claims.