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Toxic Love Star's Plea: 'He's Still A Good Man'
31 Jul
Summary
- Leslie Carlson wrote a letter defending Ian Diaz after his cyberstalking conviction.
- She detailed his past support, including hospital visits and help after a car crash.
- Diaz was sentenced to over 10 years for cyberstalking, perjury, and obstruction.
Leslie Carlson, a prominent figure in the Netflix docuseries "A Toxic Love Story," has submitted a heartfelt letter to a federal judge on behalf of Ian Diaz, who was convicted of serious federal crimes. Carlson, who has known Diaz for 23 years, described him as "a good man, with an even greater heart" in her April 2023 letter.
She detailed Diaz's consistent support over their long friendship, recounting how he drove her to the hospital twice and assisted her after a car crash. Carlson emphasized Diaz's reliability, noting he made those around him feel safe and supported. She also revealed that bond restrictions had prevented her from contacting him for nearly two years, a situation she found "devastatingly difficult."
Diaz was sentenced in 2023 to more than 10 years in federal prison. His conviction stemmed from charges including conspiracy to commit cyberstalking, perjury, and obstruction of a federal matter. His wife had also previously submitted a letter to the judge, requesting leniency and highlighting the potential impact of a lengthy sentence on their young son.
