One of two men accused of raping multiple women in San Luis Obispo County is heading to trial. Allegations that Nate Abate and Julian Contreras sexually assaulted several women surfaced on social media in 2022. According to the Tribune, since then, dozens of women have come forward with similar accusations. Abate was arrested and charged last year. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Jury selection should begin this week. Meanwhile, Julian Contreras remains at large.
