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Rock Climber Gets Life for Sexually Assaulting Women at Yosemite National Park

Charles Barrett used his status as a prominent climber to assault women, prosecutors said, then later threatened and intimidated them.
Rock Climber Gets Life for Sexually Assaulting Women at Yosemite National Park
Charles Barrett, 40, was sentenced in Los Angeles. Mono County Sheriff's Office
Jill McLaughlin
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A well-known professional rock climber from California was sentenced to life in federal prison for sexual assaults that occurred at Yosemite National Park, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Los Angeles announced June 4.

Charles Barrett, 40, was sentenced in Los Angeles on Tuesday after a federal jury found him guilty of two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact that occurred in August 2016.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.