Cyberstalking Uncovered: The Shocking Twist in the Michelle Hadley Case (Part 3)

Release Date: 09/01/2025

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In Part 3 of the Michelle Hadley Cyberstalking Nightmare series, the shocking truth finally begins to surface. After months of threats, false accusations, and a public narrative that painted Michelle as the villain, investigators uncover the real stalker hiding in plain sight. The “Who Dunnit” mystery twists into a revelation of obsession, betrayal, and calculated deception.

Host Kerrie Droban takes listeners deep inside the unraveling of the frame job, exposing the true perpetrator’s psychology and the tactics used to manipulate law enforcement, the media, and even Michelle herself. This is the turning point in the case—the moment when the truth collides with the lies that nearly destroyed an innocent woman.

👉 Don’t miss Part 3 of this four-part true crime series, where the mask finally slips and the real stalker is exposed.

Michelle Hadley Case – Part 3: The Real Stalker Exposed

Recap of Parts 1 & 2 — Michelle Hadley’s ordeal so far: false accusations and the twisted frame job.
Cracks in the Story — Investigators begin to see inconsistencies in the evidence against Michelle.
The Turning Point — Digital forensics and psychological profiling begin pointing away from Michelle.
The Mask Slips — The real stalker’s identity begins to emerge, unraveling months of deception.
The Psychology of Obsession — What drives someone to orchestrate such an elaborate and destructive scheme.
Media Fallout — How the narrative begins to shift once the truth is revealed.
Closing Reflection — Justice for Michelle begins, but the scars of betrayal and public vilification remain.

✨ Key Takeaways

The Frame Crumbles: Digital forensics and contradictions expose the real stalker.
Obsession as Motive: The perpetrator’s fixation was rooted in jealousy, control, and power.
The Cost of Deception: Manipulation of the justice system nearly ruined an innocent life.
Media’s Role: Public perception shifted only once the “true villain” was unmasked.
Survivor’s Lesson: Even when truth comes to light, recovery from public suspicion takes years.

🎧 Why Listen

This episode reveals the shocking twist in the Michelle Hadley story—the moment the true stalker is exposed. It’s a chilling look at how obsession and deception can weaponize technology, justice, and media, leaving survivors to pick up the pieces long after the truth is known.

CREDITS:

Music/Scoring: https://ww w.4qproductions.com

Sound Design/Audio Production: Sergei K. Droban Productions

Creative Direction: Sergei K. Droban Productions

Narration--Kerrie Droban

RESOURCES

Hadley v City of Anaheim

United States of United States of American v. Ian R Diaz – Government’s trial memorandum

Deputy U.S. Marshal charged with cyberstalking and perjury – U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs

Former Deputy U.S. Marshal sentenced for cyberstalking, perjury and obstruction – U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs

U.S. Marshal framed ex-gf as rape predator, had her jailed for months – The Daily Beast

Woman falsely accused of impersonating ex-boyfriend’s pregnant wife with rape ads, cops say – The Daily Beast