Law enforcement has taken action against a 55-year-old Texas resident, Michael Lewis, who has been charged with stalking WNBA star Caitlin Clark following a series of threatening and explicit messages sent through social media.
Man Arrested for Stalking WNBA Athlete Caitlin Clark
Man Arrested for Stalking WNBA Athlete Caitlin Clark
Texas man faces multiple charges for sending threats to Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark over social media.
On Sunday, police arrested Lewis at a hotel in Indianapolis, where Clark plays for the Indiana Fever. According to authorities, the messages sent by Lewis included menacing statements along with sexually explicit content, prompting Clark to report her fears for her safety to the police.
Court documents reveal that these communications occurred between December 16 and January 2, with Lewis claiming the messages were merely fantasies and not serious threats. Nevertheless, he is now facing potential jail time of up to six years and substantial fines if convicted.
Clark, who is set to be the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, had taken precautions by modifying her public appearance due to her safety concerns. Prosecutors emphasized the impact of Lewis’ actions, stating they made Clark feel frightened and intimidated.
The FBI used IP address tracking to locate Lewis in Indianapolis, and he is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. Local officials commended Clark for her courage in coming forward, highlighting the importance of women's safety in public spaces. This case follows a similar incident where another man was arrested for stalking college basketball player Paige Bueckers, indicating a worrying trend in harassment within women's sports.
Court documents reveal that these communications occurred between December 16 and January 2, with Lewis claiming the messages were merely fantasies and not serious threats. Nevertheless, he is now facing potential jail time of up to six years and substantial fines if convicted.
Clark, who is set to be the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, had taken precautions by modifying her public appearance due to her safety concerns. Prosecutors emphasized the impact of Lewis’ actions, stating they made Clark feel frightened and intimidated.
The FBI used IP address tracking to locate Lewis in Indianapolis, and he is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. Local officials commended Clark for her courage in coming forward, highlighting the importance of women's safety in public spaces. This case follows a similar incident where another man was arrested for stalking college basketball player Paige Bueckers, indicating a worrying trend in harassment within women's sports.
