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The Stalker Series PRETEND+
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4.0 • 3 Ratings
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Detectives accuse Tanya Fernandez of being a cyberstalker and having a split personality.
Rick and Tanya Fernandez, a seemingly ordinary middle-aged couple, say they’ve been living in a nightmare for over three years. What started as an unsettling online presence has escalated into a sadistic cyber stalking ordeal that continues to torment them. The police assigned to their case have shown skepticism and even suggested that Tanya Fernandez may be fabricating the harassment herself. As they struggle to comprehend the motives behind their alleged tormentor, the couple is now sharing the explicit and disturbing messages they have received, shedding light on the horrors they have endured.
The Stalker
The following podcast is based on true events but uses a pseudonym for the individuals involved. The names “Claudia Rodriguez” and “David Rodriguez” are fictional names used in the PRETEND podcast. Additionally, an update regarding the case has emerged since the initial reporting. Tanya and Rick Fernandez have been charged with harassment and computer tampering as a result of this series. Their trial is scheduled for December 6, 2023.
Couple terrorized by a sadistic cyber stalker for years
Rick and Tanya Fernandez, a Phoenix Arizona couple, have found their lives shattered by an unrelenting cyber stalker who has haunted them for more than three years. Despite their desperate pleas for help, the couple has faced an uphill battle, with law enforcement authorities seemingly aligning themselves with the alleged stalker.
The Fernandezs, both devout Jehovah’s Witnesses and active members of their local church, are terrified by the relentless harassment they endure daily. Their hopes for justice have been crushed by detectives who have shown disbelief and have even accused Tanya of orchestrating the stalking herself, insinuating a split personality disorder and medical child abuse (Munchausen by proxy) against her children. The couple’s plea for support has been met with suspicion and skepticism instead of the protection they desperately need.
The alleged tormentor is a man they know all too well: the husband of their daughter’s pediatric neurologist. Tanya and Rick, whose daughter has received medical care from the alleged stalker’s wife.
Determined to expose the torment they have endured, Tanya Fernandez has decided to share the explicit and disturbing messages she and her husband have received. The content of these messages is deeply unsettling, highlighting the sadistic nature of their cyber stalker’s actions and underscoring the urgent need for authorities to take decisive action.
As Rick and Tanya Fernandez continue to fight against their relentless cyber stalker, they hope that their harrowing experiences will finally be acknowledged and the perpetrator brought to justice. In a world where the virtual realm can become a breeding ground for terror, their story serves as a chilling reminder of the dark side of the digital age and the devastating consequences it can inflict on unsuspecting victims.
Please note that this podcast contains explicit language and is unsuitable for children or the workplace.
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1503: The Stalker - Is this the end? (bonus)
I checked the Arizona court website and it looks like Tanya and Rick Fernandez accepted a plea deal. So is this the end?
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The Stalker - It Will Never End (Bonus Content)
So, by this point, you're probably well aware that the Fernandez trial is marked on the calendar for February 27, 2024.
In this bonus episode, I got to chat with Olivia Fernandez, Rick's sister, right after Blake and Tanya hung up on me.
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The Stalker - Case Closed (part 19)
Breaking news on the Stalker Case.
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The Stalker - It Will Never End (part 18)
The Stalker Saga Continues: Trial Back On for Tanya and Rick Fernandez
Hey there, avid followers of the "Stalker" series! You might recall my last update, where I mentioned Tanya and Rick Fernandez may have taken a plea deal. Well.... There was a bit of a mix-up: while the State of Arizona court website had the trial marked as "vacated," a peek into the Maricopa Superior Court website told a different story. It turns out they have a new trial date set for February 27, 2024.
So, what does this mean? Initially, I speculated that the couple might have struck a plea deal. It seemed like a plausible explanation at the time, considering the how their settlement conference ended. But, as it often turns out, the reality was a bit different. I'm here to set the record straight: the trial is very much back on!
But wait, there's more. I had one more conversation with Tanya Fernandez and her oldest son. To say it was enlightening would be an understatement. The conversation added one more clue into revealing the identity of the stalker.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the trial date. This case has been a roller coaster of developments, and I'm committed to keeping you all in the loop with every twist and turn.
Until then, keep your eyes peeled for more updates. The "Stalker" saga is far from over. -
The Stalker - The Devil's Advocate (bonus)
I apologize for the messy bonus episode. I read all your comments on Patreon and social media. All of you had great insights and reactions to the "Reasonable Doubt Episode." Honestly, I've been thinking a lot about it too.
In today's rambling bonus episode, I want to explore the idea of what if the Fernandez could win in court. What would that look like?
Please continue to share your thoughts. Feel free to join the Facebook group to continue the conversation.
Javier
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The Stalker (bonus) - It's all about the timing
Part 12 of The Stalker is on its way.
In the meantime, listen to this bonus conversation with Heather. Heather and I have been following this case for years. We reviewed hundreds of text messages sent by the stalker. When you look at it all together, a pattern starts to emerge. Part 12 of The Stalker is on its way. In the meantime, listen to this bonus conversation with Heather. Heather and I have been following this case for years. We reviewed hundreds of text messages sent by the stalker. When you look at it all together, a pattern starts to emerge.
Customer Reviews
Great show!
1. Mother lied about intelligence of James. James is intelligent.
2. Family has multiple medical issues with kids.
3. Threatening letter references movie The Big Bowski (2000) by quoting to “cut off your Johnson“. No child would quote this movie. Only a MALE approximately 45 years old would quote this movie.
4. Wife is unstable.