The Stalker: Fit to Stand Trial? Part 24
Summary
Shelby Fernandez, previously suspected of being a victim of stalking, has been arrested and charged with 30 counts, including sexual exploitation and harassment, after police traced the fake accounts and threats to her home internet. Her attorney argues she is incompetent to stand trial due to autism and developmental delays, leading a judge to order an outpatient restoration program. Meanwhile, her father Rick, who had blamed the victims for years, pleaded guilty to harassment and is now on probation, highlighting the complex and tragic unraveling of the family's long-standing narrative.
Topics discussed
Sponsored segment for the film La Bola Negra
Shelby Fernandez appears in court for the first time
Breakdown of the 30 charges and the grand jury indictment
Shelby's release, bond, and living with her victims
The police report lists 23 victims and conflicting narratives
Introduction to the competency hearing and the show's premise
Sponsored segment for Quince holiday shopping
Sponsored segment for BILT housing rewards
Interview with Susan Fenston on the arrest and relief
Legal complexities of Shelby's guardianship and age
Recap of the 2019 police investigation and initial suspicions
Susan and Rick's niece debate the parents' involvement
Defense strategy: Competency and Guilty Except Insane
Explaining the restoration to competency process
Susan's evidence: Messages stopped during a road trip
Details on the 2026 threats and harassment of the community
Police investigation of phone records and IP addresses
Analysis of Google search histories and attempts to evade detection
October 1st hearing: Judge rules Shelby incompetent
Rick Fernandez's guilty plea and probation status
Teaser for upcoming Halloween and LaDonna episodes
Closing sponsored segment for La Bola Negra
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