Myleene Klass has told a jury of the “sheer terror” and sense of violation she experienced after being sent an air pistol, handcuffs and a police uniform by an alleged stalker. The TV and radio presenter gave evidence against Peter Windsor, 61, who is accused of stalking Klass and fellow Classic FM presenter Katie Breathwick between 2020 and 2024.
Speaking from behind a screen at Birmingham Crown Court, Klass described the items as “a highly volatile selection” and said the accumulation of information was “pretty terrifying”. The court heard that Windsor allegedly sent a note calling Klass a “naughty vixen” and wrote Breathwick a letter suggesting they go paddling in a lake while drinking champagne.
Klass became upset when recounting being told that the Royal Mail had intercepted an air pistol addressed to her. A police officer informed her that although the gun did not require a licence, it could prove fatal at close range. “Suddenly it felt extremely real,” she said. “This was very clear what the intention was. There was no grey area here. It’s a gun in a box with my name on it.”
Windsor, of Stechford, Birmingham, denies two counts of stalking causing serious alarm or distress. His defence claims the behaviour did not amount to stalking and that the women never asked him to stop, suggesting it is a “publicity stunt”. The trial continues.
