The unsettling saga of Jennifer Aniston and her obsessive stalker has taken a new turn in Los Angeles.
After months of terrifying harassment that culminated in a car crash at her Bel-Air mansion, Jimmy Wayne Carwyle, 49, has now been ordered to undergo mental health treatment.
Months of Harassment Lead to Dangerous Incident
Carwyle’s obsession escalated over the past two years, including a barrage of threatening text messages to Aniston and those around her.
He claimed she was his wife, expressed disturbing intentions regarding her, and sent violent messages including: “I’ll rip your head off and sh*t down your throat.”
The situation reached a frightening peak on May 5, when Carwyle drove his car into the gate of Aniston’s hilltop home.
The actress was inside at the time, protected by 24-hour security. Guards quickly subdued him, preventing further danger.
Court Appearance Highlights Threat and Delusions
Bespectacled and unshaven, Carwyle appeared in Los Angeles Superior Court wearing yellow prison garb.
Charged with felony stalking and felony vandalism, he faced an aggravating circumstance for the threat of serious bodily harm.
Despite the severity, psychiatric experts deemed him mentally unfit to stand trial.
Prosecutors emphasized that Carwyle’s history of harassment—starting March 1, 2023—posed a continuing risk, noting his repeated attempts to reach Aniston and his persistent delusions.
He had traveled from Mississippi to California with the intent to confront her, raising serious safety concerns.
Judge Orders Mental Health Program and Strict Conditions
Judge Maria Cavalluzzi ruled that Carwyle must enter a two-year mental health community treatment center in Los Angeles.
In addition, he is required to wear a GPS ankle monitor and stay at least one mile away from Aniston and her associates.
While the program is not a locked facility, the court heard concerns from both the Deputy District Attorney and Aniston’s attorney Blair Berk that Carwyle could leave and continue to pose a threat.
Prosecutors stressed that although physical harm has not yet occurred, Carwyle’s fixation and violent tendencies make him dangerous.
Legal Debate Over Risk and Treatment
Public Defender Robert Krauss argued that Carwyle’s past criminal record does not support the claim of imminent danger, emphasizing that his mental illness is the issue.
Meanwhile, the court heard that Carwyle has been compliant with anti-psychotic medication since May, and psychologists involved in his care report that he is currently stable and understands he cannot approach Aniston.
Judge Cavalluzzi acknowledged the emotional harm Aniston has suffered, describing the stalking and car crash as “very, very concerning” and “frightening.”
Yet, she concluded that Carwyle does not pose a reasonable risk of danger if he complies with the treatment program.
Continued Monitoring and Concerns
Despite the court’s ruling, officials and Aniston’s legal team remain vigilant.
Carwyle’s past delusions—such as believing Aniston was his wife and that he was destined to have a sexual relationship with her—underscore the need for ongoing supervision and mental health support.
His estranged wife, Julia Carwyle, previously described him as having experienced a radical shift in mentality, possibly triggered by unknown personal or psychological factors.
She stressed that his mental illness is real and unpredictable, highlighting the delicate balance between treatment, containment, and public safety.