In a recent development, Matthew Nilo, a New Jersey-based lawyer accused of sexually assaulting or raping multiple women in the Boston area between 2007 and 2008, appeared in a Boston court on Thursday for a motion hearing. The defense argued that it would be "inappropriate" to take a DNA swab from Nilo, citing concerns about the legality of evidence collection.

Authorities managed to link Nilo's DNA to evidence collected at various crime scenes in Boston and Charlestown earlier this year, putting an end to a 16-year-long investigation. Nilo, who is now 35 years old, is accused of assaulting at least eight women when he was 19 or 20 years old.

During Thursday's hearing, Nilo's attorney, Joseph Cataldo, stated that the defense still required more information before making any rulings regarding the invasive vehicle swab that the prosecution seeks. Cataldo argued that the evidence the state is relying upon is tainted due to an illegal search conducted in New York, involving the warrantless seizure of tableware and DNA.

The arrest of Matthew Nilo was attributed to the FBI's use of investigative genetic genealogy, a unique method used to generate leads in unsolved crimes. In May, it was revealed that investigators had matched DNA found on three rape victims to a profile belonging to one of Nilo's relatives, which had been uploaded to a public genetic genealogy database. Prosecutors connected this DNA sample to a drinking glass Nilo used at a corporate event in New York.

Initially charged in May with multiple counts, including aggravated rape, kidnapping, assault with intent to rape, and indecent assault and battery, Nilo was later indicted in July by a Suffolk County grand jury on additional charges. The charges included rape, aggravated rape, assault with intent to rape, and indecent assault and battery.

Cataldo raised concerns about the manner in which the alleged DNA evidence was collected, stating that it was done so without Nilo's knowledge, consent, or a warrant. The defense emphasized the importance of obtaining this information before subjecting Nilo to further bodily searches.

Prior to the alleged assaults, Nilo pursued higher education and worked in the legal field. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and subsequently attended the University of San Francisco School of Law. He worked at law firms in San Francisco and New York City before his recent employment at Cowbell Cyber in New York.

Currently out on $500,000 bail, Nilo is fitted with a GPS monitor. His fiancée, who has been present at all of his court appearances, got engaged to him shortly before his arrest.

The controversy surrounding the legality of the DNA swab in this case undoubtedly adds another layer of complexity and uncertainty. As the court proceedings continue, it remains to be seen how this issue will be resolved.

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