BREAKING: Sports presenter Laura Woods has opened up about her traumatic experience with stalking, revealing that it left her feeling “exposed” and “anxious.” In an exclusive interview with The Daily Telegraph, Woods, 38, detailed the relentless abuse from a Liverpool fan that began in 2021 and culminated in the jailing of the perpetrator, Harneet Kaur, for 14 months.
Woods described a disturbing pattern of harassment that included online threats and even sexual health kits sent to her home. “For three years, she would go to extreme lengths to make my life very uncomfortable,” Woods recounted. Among the chilling acts, Kaur sent disturbing birthday cards stating: “Today’s the day you were born and tonight’s the night you’re going to die.”
The harassment escalated with monthly funeral letters and false reports to police regarding Woods and her dog. “There was a video she posted with a gun in America at a shooting range, and it was directed at me,” Woods added. “It changed the way I felt about London. I lived on my own with my dog, and I felt very exposed.”
The emotional toll was profound, leading Woods to a “bad place” filled with anxiety and despair. “I didn’t want to be there any longer,” she admitted, highlighting the long-lasting impact that this ordeal has had on her mental well-being.
In the wake of these revelations, Woods also shared personal updates about her life beyond the stalking incident. She spoke candidly about her engagement to former Love Island star Adam Collard and the heartbreaking miscarriage she experienced before giving birth to their 10-month-old son, Leo. “Talking to a lady who’d had three miscarriages, you realize how common it is,” she said, emphasizing the emotional connections that come with loss.
Collard recently opened up about the stalking during his appearance on Celebrity SAS, a decision Woods fully supported. “He asked me: ‘What if it comes up?’ I said: ‘It’s not a stigma. I don’t want this to be something we have to hide,’” she explained.
Earlier this month, Woods made headlines when she collapsed live on air during ITV’s coverage of England’s friendly against Ghana at St Mary’s Stadium. The incident, which occurred while she was presenting pitchside, prompted immediate concern from colleagues Ian Wright and Anita Asante, who rushed to assist her. Following the incident, ITV cut to a commercial break, and when the broadcast resumed, Woods’ segment was taken over by colleague Katie Shanahan, who reported that Woods had been “taken ill.”
This ongoing narrative not only sheds light on Woods’ resilience in the face of adversity but also highlights the critical issue of stalking and its effects on victims. As Woods continues to navigate her personal life, her story serves as a powerful reminder of the emotional struggles many endure in silence.
Stay tuned for more updates on Laura Woods as she bravely shares her journey.
