Arizona Woman Arrested for Years-Long Family Threats

Shelbey Fernandez, 30, was arrested on Tuesday, August 11th, in Peoria, Arizona, facing at least 30 charges including sexual exploitation of a minor and stalking. Police allege she orchestrated a years-long harassment campaign against friends and family members, starting in 2019 and continuing until August 6th.

Fernandez is accused of sending graphic photos of an infant and making severe threats of violence, rape, and murder. Investigators also reported she made false emergency calls, leading to swatting incidents targeting residences in Peoria and Florida. A Jehovah's Witnesses congregation also cancelled in-person services due to a mass shooting threat allegedly made by Fernandez.

Her bond has been set at $5,000. The investigation into her motives is ongoing, and it remains unclear if she has entered pleas or secured legal representation.