Man who drove into Jennifer Aniston's home charged with stalking, vandalism

Published: Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 9:02 am

Jennifer Aniston's Home Targeted: Man Charged with Stalking and Vandalism

Los Angeles County is taking action against a man accused of stalking and vandalizing actress Jennifer Aniston's Bel-Air home. The district attorney, Nathan Hochman, announced felony charges against 48-year-old Jimmy Wayne Carwyle of New Albany, Mississippi, following an incident on Monday where Carwyle allegedly drove his vehicle through the front gate and into Aniston's driveway.

The charges include felony stalking and vandalism, with an added "threat of great bodily harm" enhancement. According to the district attorney's office, Carwyle's actions are not isolated. He is accused of sending Aniston unwanted social media messages, voicemails, and emails dating back to March 1, 2023. The crash caused "substantial damage" to the property, and Aniston was reportedly home during the incident. Security guards detained Carwyle until the Los Angeles Police Department arrived and made an arrest. Prosecutors are requesting a $150,000 bail. Carwyle is scheduled to be arraigned on Thursday.

This case highlights the serious nature of stalking and the potential for escalation. The district attorney emphasized the commitment to aggressively prosecuting those who "stalk and terrorize others."

BNN's Perspective: This is a disturbing situation. While it's understandable to be concerned about the safety of high-profile individuals, it's also important to remember that everyone deserves to feel safe in their own home. The legal system must balance protecting victims with ensuring due process for the accused. The severity of the charges and the potential for a "threat of great bodily harm" enhancement suggest the authorities are taking this case very seriously, which is appropriate given the alleged pattern of harassment.

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