The man who relentlessly stalked Ariana Grande for years, including showing up at her L.A. home with a knife, has now been convicted of the frightening crimes and faces years in prison.
Aharon Zebulun Israel Brown pleaded guilty to charges of stalking, residential burglary, and making criminal threats against the famous singer/actress in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles counties beginning in 2021.
In his announcement Thursday, Santa Barbara County District D.A. John T. Savrnoch said Brown will be sentenced in May to three years and eight months in a California state prison.
After serving his sentence, Brown must comply with the terms of his restraining order, prohibiting any contact with Ariana for 10 years.
This is a positive development for Ariana, who endured Brown’s torment for an extended period.
Between February 2021 and September 2021, Brown unlawfully entered Ariana’s Hollywood mansion almost 100 times and even carried a deadly weapon on one occasion.
Ariana Grande Says Alleged Stalker Brandished Knife and Threatened to Kill Her
TMZ initially reported the incident where Brown menaced Ariana’s security guards with a knife, threatening their lives and the pop star’s. Law enforcement intervened, and Brown was apprehended.
Following this, Ariana obtained a 5-year restraining order against Brown, which unfortunately did little to deter him.
In June 2022, Brown broke into Ariana’s Montecito abode, destroying the alarm system and phone lines. As the crime unfolded, police arrived, discovering Brown concealed in a crawl space within the residence. Ariana was not present at the time.
FAQs
1. What were the charges brought against Aharon Zebulun Israel Brown?
Aharon Zebulun Israel Brown pleaded guilty to charges of stalking, residential burglary, and making criminal threats against Ariana Grande in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles counties.
2. What is the outcome of the case against Aharon Zebulun Israel Brown?
Santa Barbara County District D.A. John T. Savrnoch announced that Brown will be sentenced to three years and eight months in a California state prison.
3. What action will be taken after Brown completes his prison sentence?
After serving his sentence, Brown will be subject to the terms of a restraining order, prohibiting any contact with Ariana for 10 years.
Conclusion
The conviction of Aharon Zebulun Israel Brown for stalking Ariana Grande and the subsequent sentencing to over three years in prison, along with the restraining order, marks a significant victory for the pop star’s safety and well-being.