Stalker's Obsession Sparks Ongoing Nightmare for Victim

In a chilling tale of relentless pursuit, a man has been accused of violently stalking a former love interest for over a decade. The victim, who has since married, now lives in fear as the stalker's obsession continues to escalate, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

A Decade-Long Nightmare of Stalking and Destruction

Persistent Pursuit and Escalating Threats

Corinthian Pete, a 33-year-old man, has been charged with criminal mischief and assault of a public servant in Harris County, Texas, in the last week. His bond was set at $10,000 on the criminal mischief charge, but another has not been set for the assault of the jailer. This is not the first time Pete has faced charges related to his obsession with the victim.Eyewitness News first reported on this case in 2022, after Pete allegedly destroyed the victim's car. The victim's attorney, Jolanda Jones, stated that Pete, who stands at 6 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 265 pounds, had been romantically interested in the victim more than a decade ago. Although they never dated, Jones said Pete became obsessed with the victim, who has since gotten married.

Escalating Threats and Destruction

Last Thursday, Jones said Pete showed up at a location where the victim was known to be and rang the doorbell. When no one answered, he proceeded to destroy the video doorbell and the car in the driveway. The car's windshield and windows were shattered, mirrors were missing, and the body of the car had large dents.Jones expressed concern, asking, "What would he have done to any person he encountered?" She also revealed that her client did not know that Pete was out of jail for his previous charges.

A Troubling Pattern of Dismissals and Plea Bargains

In 2022, following the destruction of the victim's car, Pete faced 13 charges, many of which were related to stalking the victim. He also faced five counts of assaulting a public servant. However, all of the charges from 2022 that listed the victim as the "complaining witness" were dismissed, and Pete took a plea agreement on four counts of assaulting a public servant. He was given three years of probation, which he was still serving at the time of last week's incident.Jones expressed frustration that the charges naming her client were dismissed, as she believes her client is not entitled to certain information in the case, such as when Pete is released from jail. The newly filed charges also do not list the victim because the property destroyed belonged to someone else.

Seeking Justice and Protection for the Victim

Jones is pushing for Pete to be charged with stalking the victim because she believes his obsession with her client has been the catalyst for his actions. She has also obtained a lifetime protective order against Pete, as she believes he is dangerous and poses a serious threat to the victim's life.Jones is determined to ensure the victim's safety, stating, "My client has a lifetime protective order against this guy because he's dangerous, and if he gets his hands on my client, I believe he will kill my client, and I would like the DA's office and law enforcement to protect my client."The case is ongoing, with Pete due in court on September 17th. Jones continues to monitor the situation closely, checking the jail daily to ensure she can warn the victim if Pete is released, so that the victim can take necessary precautions to protect themselves.This harrowing tale highlights the urgent need for a more robust and effective system to protect victims of stalking and obsession-driven violence. As the case unfolds, the hope is that the justice system will finally take the necessary steps to safeguard the victim and hold the perpetrator accountable for their actions.