Aaron Donald Secures Restraining Order Against Alleged Stalker
In an alarming turn of events, retired Los Angeles Rams defensive star Aaron Donald has obtained a five-year restraining order against a woman named Janelle Anwar, who he claims has been stalking him and making serious threats towards his family.
Court Proceedings and Allegations
The Los Angeles County Superior Court issued the restraining order during a hearing held on Wednesday, where Donald participated remotely. Anwar, who is defending herself, did not appear in court.
Donald, celebrated for his impressive accolades including three-time Defensive Player of the Year and 10-time Pro Bowl selections, filed the restraining order on April 15. His concerns extend beyond his own safety; they also encompass the well-being of his family, including his wife Erica, their young children aged three and one, his older children from a previous relationship, ages 12 and 9, and his brother, Archie.
Details of the Allegations
In his court filing, Donald expressed serious fears regarding Anwar’s behavior, stating, “Respondent … has been harassing and stalking me and my family through various methods since 2020.” He added that despite never meeting Anwar, he has received frequent threatening and harassing communications, including relentless emails and unsolicited packages.
Donald particularly highlighted a recent surge in alarming messages, noting that one of these appeared to threaten his three-year-old son, stating, “Respondent is delusional and I fear that Respondent’s delusions will lead to her attempting to harm me, my wife, my children, and my brother.”
Claims of False Marriage
Furthermore, Donald noted Anwar seems to believe in a fabricated marital relationship with him, having filed for divorce against him in November 2024. This filing was invalidated the following month due to unpaid fees. She has since re-filed on March 7, seeking a settlement amounting to $6.5 million, which remains an ongoing concern.
Response from Anwar
In response to Donald’s restraining order request, Anwar denied threatening the life of Donald’s son. She claimed to feel threatened by Donald’s family and mentioned her decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment concerning the legal proceedings. Notably, she did not appear in court, attributing her absence to the nature of the petition filed against her. In an email to the press, she expressed her willingness to comply with the restraining order because of her own fears for safety.
Conclusion
As the situation unfolds, the implications of these actions for both Donald and Anwar highlight serious issues surrounding harassment and safety. With the restraining order now in effect, it remains to be seen how this case will progress in the coming months.