Sixteen years after an alleged assault drastically altered her life, Lori Pinkham is determined to confront the man accused of attacking her. In a recent interview, Pinkham bravely shared her story, recounting the fear and trauma she endured since the 2007 incident in Boston.
Matthew Nilo, a 35-year-old lawyer from Weehawken, New Jersey, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including aggravated rape, kidnapping, assault with intent to rape, and indecent assault and battery. These charges stem from four separate attacks that allegedly occurred in Boston's Charlestown neighborhood between August 2007 and December 2008, a period when Nilo resided in the city.
Pinkham's emotional interview on "Good Morning America" detailed the devastating impact the alleged assault had on her life. She described the constant fear she lived with, the difficulty in maintaining employment, and the social isolation she experienced.
Authorities linked Nilo to the attacks through DNA evidence obtained from a drinking glass he used. Pinkham, who chose to publicly identify herself for the interview, recounted the night of the alleged attack. She explained that while walking to her car after a promotional event at a club, Nilo allegedly approached her in his car, offering a ride. After she declined, he brandished a gun and forced her into the vehicle.
Pinkham alleges that Nilo drove to Charlestown, where she attempted to escape but was caught and assaulted. Without hesitation, she identified Nilo as her attacker and expressed her determination to face him in court, emphasizing that she is no longer afraid of him.
Pinkham has stated her willingness to testify against Nilo if requested by prosecutors. Nilo's lawyer, Joseph Cataldo, has questioned the legality of the DNA collection, arguing it was obtained without a warrant. Cataldo previously indicated Nilo's readiness to post the $500,000 bail set last week. Nilo's next court appearance is scheduled for July 13th.
