Matthew Muller pleads guilty to home invasions, faces life

Matthew Muller, known for the infamous kidnapping of Denise Huskins, pleaded guilty in a San Jose courtroom to new charges related to two home invasions in 2009. During these incidents, Muller confronted and attempted to sexually assault two women in Mountain View and Palo Alto, using drugs to incapacitate them. The minimum sentence for each charge is seven years to life in prison, adding to his existing 40-year sentence for the Huskins case. Prosecutors expressed hope that the guilty pleas provide closure to the victims, who waited 15 years for justice. Muller's actions have led to increased awareness about the importance of investigating such crimes thoroughly, as demonstrated by the advocacy efforts of Huskins and her husband following their traumatic experience. Sentencing for the new charges is set for February 21, 2024.