Woman arrested for stalking, attacking Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham

The suspect was apprehended in Indiana, nearly 2,000 miles from the alleged crime scene in California.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:07pm

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An extreme close-up of a crumpled piece of paper with a faint handwritten note, conceptually representing the investigation into the stalking and assault allegations.A close-up of evidence from the investigation into the alleged stalking and assault of a legendary musician exposes the gritty realities of protecting public figures.Santa Monica Today

A 55-year-old woman has been arrested in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on charges of stalking and assaulting Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Lindsey Buckingham in Santa Monica, California. The arrest comes several months after the alleged incidents took place in Santa Monica.

Why it matters

Buckingham, as the former lead guitarist and vocalist of the iconic band Fleetwood Mac, is a celebrated figure in the music industry. Any allegations of stalking or violence against a public figure of his stature are likely to draw significant media attention and raise concerns about celebrity safety and security.

The details

According to reports, the suspect allegedly engaged in a pattern of stalking behavior towards Buckingham in the Santa Monica area before physically attacking him. The specific details of the alleged assault have not been made public, but the suspect was eventually tracked down and apprehended by authorities in Fort Wayne, Indiana, nearly 2,000 miles away from the original crime scene.

  • The alleged stalking and assault incidents took place in Santa Monica, California, in early 2026.
  • The suspect was arrested on April 12, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The players

Lindsey Buckingham

A Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and former lead guitarist and vocalist of the iconic band Fleetwood Mac.

The 55-year-old suspect

A woman who has been charged with stalking and assaulting Lindsey Buckingham in Santa Monica, California.

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What they’re saying

“We take any allegations of violence or harassment against our artists very seriously and will work closely with law enforcement to ensure justice is served.”

— A representative, for Fleetwood Mac

What’s next

The suspect is expected to be extradited to California to face the charges against her in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges that high-profile celebrities can face in terms of personal safety and security, even decades after achieving fame and success. It also underscores the importance of swift law enforcement action to protect victims of stalking and assault.