Kylie Bearse, a 36-year-old meteorologist at Denver’s Fox31, has faced obsessive behavior from a viewer who crossed boundaries despite having a protection order in place. The man messaged her repeatedly, showed up to events she hosted, and found her personal cell number, causing her significant distress.
Bearse received a temporary restraining order in September 2023, but the man continued to violate it by posting on social media more than 50 times. A year later, he was arrested again after showing up at her home, prompting police to issue a new arrest warrant. Despite being charged with violating a protection order, Bearse hopes for felony stalking charges.
Colorado law defines stalking as repeatedly following, approaching, contacting, or communicating with someone in a way that causes serious emotional distress. However, prosecutors did not pursue felony charges due to the time gap between incidents. This decision has left Bearse feeling unprotected and advocates concerned about the lack of seriousness taken by those in power towards stalking cases.
The complexities of stalking cases highlight the need for better support and understanding from law enforcement and the community. Stalking can be a long-term behavior, with pauses in activity designed to create fear. Perpetrators may use tactics like online surveillance or disguising their actions to avoid detection.
Bearse’s experience highlights the importance of taking stalking seriously, particularly for public figures who face increased scrutiny. The lack of consideration given to her case underscores the need for greater awareness and support for victims of stalking.
Source: https://www.denverpost.com/2025/10/13/kylie-bearse-meteorologist-stalker-fox31