The Santa Barbara County psychologist accused of sexually assaulting his patients appeared in court to face new charges today [Monday].
Fernando Cordero faces two additional charges, one for felony sexually battery and another for felony dissuading from cooperating with the third victim, Jane Doe victim.
Santa Barbara Sheriff's Detectives say there are now four possible victims linked to Dr. Cordero. The latest came into Sheriff's recently and Cordero was taken into custody just last Friday.
Cordero appeared in court last month, with his wife, to plead not guilty to seven felony counts involving one patient and a misdemeanor count for another.
Victims claim Cordero coerced them into a sexual relationship while they were patients at the County Alcohol Drug and Mental Health Services Facility in Santa Maria. Bail has been increased from $100,000 to $250,000.
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Psychologist Accused of Rape Faces More Charges
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