A prominent Classic FM radio presenter has revealed the terrifying moment she realised she was being targeted by the same obsessive stalker who had previously tormented celebrity musician Myleene Klass.
Katie Breathwick, a respected voice on the classical music station, described her ordeal to jurors at Inner London Crown Court, detailing how her sense of security was shattered when she received a disturbing package containing a DIY writing kit and a series of what she described as "unhinged" letters.
The Chilling Discovery
"I felt sick to my stomach," Breathwick testified, recalling the moment she connected the harassment to the high-profile stalking case involving former Hear'Say star Myleene Klass. "Realising it was the same individual who had targeted Myleene left me absolutely terrified."
The court heard how the stalker, whose identity is protected by ongoing legal proceedings, had developed a pattern of sending carefully crafted letters and unusual packages to female celebrities in the London area.
Parallels with Myleene Klass Case
Breathwick's experience bears striking similarities to the harassment suffered by Klass, who previously spoke publicly about receiving hundreds of letters and packages from the same individual. The stalker's modus operandi appears to involve:
- Sending handwritten letters with increasingly disturbing content
- Including unusual items like DIY writing kits in packages
- Targeting high-profile women in the entertainment industry
- Creating an atmosphere of sustained psychological terror
Impact on Daily Life
The Classic FM presenter described how the stalking campaign forced her to dramatically alter her daily routine and security measures. "You start looking over your shoulder everywhere you go," she told the court. "Simple things like walking to your car or coming home alone become filled with anxiety."
Breathwick emphasised the psychological toll the experience has taken, noting that the violation of her personal safety has had lasting effects on her wellbeing and sense of security in her own home.
Legal Proceedings Continue
The case continues at Inner London Crown Court, where prosecutors are building their case against the alleged stalker. The trial has highlighted the growing concern about celebrity stalking in the UK and the need for stronger protective measures for public figures.
As the legal process unfolds, both Breathwick and Klass hope their experiences will raise awareness about the serious nature of stalking and encourage other victims to come forward.
