
Cleveland, Ohio – A grand jury in Cleveland has indicted a 28-year-old Shelby resident, Logan Stanford, on six counts related to cyberstalking and making online threats. Stanford is accused of engaging in cyberstalking behavior targeting at least three individuals over a period of nearly three years. He is also facing charges for making interstate threatening communications.
Allegations of Repeated Online Harassment
According to the indictment, Stanford’s cyberstalking activities took place between September 1, 2021, and May 31, 2024. Authorities claim that he used multiple electronic communication methods, including email, instant messaging, and social media, to harass his victims. Stanford allegedly created numerous online accounts under fake identities, which he used to send repeated harassing and threatening messages to his targets.
The indictment further states that many of these messages contained explicit sexual or violent content and included threats of physical harm. Stanford is accused of using various tactics to intimidate his victims, such as commenting on their social media posts and sending repeated messages through different email addresses to avoid detection.
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
The FBI Cleveland Division is leading the investigation into the case. Prosecutors Christopher J. Joyce and Michelle M. Baeppler from the Northern District of Ohio are handling the prosecution.
If convicted, Stanford could face significant legal consequences. Cyberstalking, which involves the use of electronic communication to harass or intimidate individuals, is considered a serious offense under federal law. Authorities are urging anyone who may have experienced similar harassment to come forward and report it.