Yosemite National Park Employee Indicted for Alleged Rape
Yosemite National Park: Suspect indicted for raping employee, facing life in prison and $250,000 fine.
Federal authorities have recently announced the indictment of Nathan Baptista, a 36-year-old suspect accused of sexually assaulting and choking a female Yosemite National Park employee at the end of May 2024. Baptista has been charged with one count of aggravated sexual abuse following an indictment by a grand jury.
Incident Details
The court documents state that on May 31, 2024, Baptista allegedly forcibly raped and strangled the park employee after meeting her at the house he shared with other Yosemite Hospitality employees. The victim reported that she was in the living room talking with Baptista when he assaulted her, leaving her with visible bruising from the incident.
Legal Proceedings and Punishment
If convicted, Baptista faces a maximum punishment of life in prison and a $250,000 fine. The U.S. Attorney's Office mentioned that the punishment would be determined at the discretion of the court after considering various statutory factors and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities are actively investigating the incident, although no additional details are currently available. Fox News Digital reached out to the National Park Service for further information but did not immediately receive a response.
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