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A disturbing situation unfolded at LeBron James’ Los Angeles residence Friday night after a man was arrested for allegedly trespassing on the NBA superstar’s property and claiming he believed James was his father.
According to TMZ, the incident occurred around 9 p.m. Friday, November 6, when security personnel monitoring surveillance cameras spotted an unidentified man on James’ property and contacted police.
Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the Brentwood residence at approximately 9:39 p.m. to investigate a possible burglary.
The suspect was apprehended at the property and taken into custody. An LAPD spokesperson later confirmed to ESPN that the man was booked on felony stalking charges.
According to law enforcement sources cited by TMZ, the man reportedly told responding officers that he believed LeBron James was his father.
Fortunately, the suspect reportedly never entered the residence.
James was not home during the incident. The Philadelphia 76ers star was in Cleveland, Ohio, facing his former team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, in an NBA Cup matchup. Philadelphia fell 119-95, with James scoring eight points.
A representative for James declined to comment on the incident, according to ESPN.
Authorities have not publicly identified the suspect, and additional details about the investigation have not been released.
The incident raises additional concerns about the safety and security of high-profile athletes and their families, particularly when their private residences become targets.
Sneaker Shop Talk will continue to follow this story as more information becomes available.
