Full Breakdown
Indiana Man Charged with Stalking WNBA Player Sophie Cunningham
6/29/2026, 1:47:55 PM
Alleged Stalking and Criminal Charges
Kevin Singh, 48, was arrested and charged with felony stalking, felony intimidation, and misdemeanor harassment for allegedly targeting Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office says Singh sent threatening messages on X, delivered a package to the Fever’s arena, and persisted after a cease-and-desist letter on April 30.
Timeline of Key Events
- Feb 2025: Cunningham first learns of Singh’s online conduct.
- Apr 2025: Singh posts multiple X messages, including “You’re literally down the street from me!”
- Apr 30 2025: Fever security issues cease-and-desist.
- May-Sep 2025: Further threats appear; Singh hand-delivers a letter and a cologne-sprayed Guns N’ Roses T-shirt to the Fever’s arena.
- Tue (date not released): Singh taken into custody; Wed (date not released): formal charges filed.
Key Figures and Legal Context
Sophie Cunningham – Indiana Fever guard who reported nightmares and home confinement.
Kevin Singh – Defendant on Hendricks County probation after a July 2025 guilty plea to two felony invasion-of-privacy counts.
Prosecutor Ryan Mears – Marion County lead prosecutor.
Fever security – Issued cease-and-desist and coordinated with police.
Charges and Prior Convictions
Singh faces one count each of felony stalking and felony intimidation, plus a misdemeanor harassment count. He previously pleaded guilty to two felony invasion-of-privacy charges in July 2025 and was placed on probation.
Official Statements & Responses
Prosecutor Ryan Mears said, “The internet has made it easier than ever to target, harass and intimidate others,” adding that threats will be taken seriously and that the office must protect victims regardless of public profile. The Fever’s security team confirmed the cease-and-desist and cooperation with investigators. No comment was obtained from Singh.
Verbatim Quotes
- “You're literally down the street from me!” — Kevin Singh, alleged sender.
- “The internet has made it easier than ever to target, harass and intimidate others.” — Ryan Mears, Marion County Prosecutor.
- “Threats of violence, whether face-to-face or behind a keyboard, will be taken seriously," Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears said in a statement.” — Ryan Mears, Marion County Prosecutor.
- “Coming forward is never easy, regardless of a person's position or public profile.” — Ryan Mears, Marion County Prosecutor.
Impact on Athlete Safety
Cunningham reported nightmares and staying home more, showing the personal impact of digital stalking. The case shows law-enforcement’s readiness to pursue felony charges for online threats, reinforcing deterrence for harassment of public figures.
Related Stalking Cases
The incident follows a prior case where teammate Caitlin Clark was stalked by a Texas man sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison last year, highlighting a pattern of harassment against WNBA players.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
The affidavit does not indicate whether Singh has retained counsel, and no direct statements from him are available. Exact dates of the arrest and charging remain unspecified.
What’s Next
Singh is slated for a court appearance in Marion County. Prosecutors said sentencing will consider both the current felony charges and his prior invasion-of-privacy convictions. The Indiana Fever and the WNBA continue to monitor the case and advise players on digital-safety measures.
