EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — An El Paso man was arrested in Miami on Monday, Jan. 8 after allegedly stalking world-renowned celebrity Shakira, according to court documents obtained by KTSM.
Court documents state Daniel John Valtier, 56, took to social media earlier this month, stating that he was married to the celebrity and would eventually open a business with her.
Daniel John Valtier, 56. Mugshot courtesy: Miami Dade County Corrections.
Valtier also said in the social media post that he knew and had a relationship with the celebrity’s children and provided their names.
Valtier also sent packages to the celebrity’s residence which included wine bottles, chocolates and toys, according to court documents.
Court documents state Valtier made the social media posts between Dec. 30, 2023, and Jan. 2, 2024.
The celebrity and her security team advised Valtier to stop sending gifts and to also stop posting false information on social media regarding their marital status and other details related to the celebrity’s personal life, according to court documents.
On Wednesday, Jan. 3, a security director working for the celebrity, discovered a social media post from Valtier that showed he was traveling to Miami, Florida, to visit the celebrity’s residence.
On Monday, Jan. 8, Valtier arrived at the residence just before 1 a.m., and the same security director recognized him and called Miami Beach Police Department for assistance, according to court documents.
Valtier was subsequently arrested and charged for stalking.
Valtier was also charged with vehicle intent to defraud after refusing to pay the taxicab driver that drove him to the celebrity’s residence, according to court documents.
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