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Taylor Swift Secures Restraining Order Against Alleged Stalker

Taylor Swift has obtained a temporary restraining order against Brian Jason Wagner, an alleged stalker, due to repeated harassment and threats to her safety.


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  • Taylor Swift has been granted a temporary restraining order against Brian Jason Wagner, an alleged stalker and ex-convict.
  • The restraining order was filed due to Wagner's repeated attempts to contact Swift, even while incarcerated.
  • Wagner visited Swift's home with a glass bottle, raising concerns for her safety and prompting legal action.
  • The order mandates Wagner to remain at least 100 yards away from Swift and prohibits any form of contact.
  • Swift's fears were exacerbated by Wagner's false claims about their relationship and his belief that she is the mother of his child.

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Establish a permanent restraining order for Taylor Swift following a June 30 hearing.

A more permanent order will potentially be put in place after a hearing on 30 June.

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Taylor Swift granted restraining order against alleged stalker
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"…Swift said the visits made her “fear for my safety and the safety of my family”."

Taylor Swift files restraining order against alleged stalker who claims to live with her
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"…Swift filed for a temporary restraining order against a man who's allegedly visited her home multiple times over the past year and claimed to be personally associated with the pop star."

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